Dota 2 Champions: Team Falcons Triumph Over Xtreme Gaming at The International 2025
Dota 2's Thrilling Championship Finale
Team Falcons outlasted Xtreme Gaming in five games during The International (TI) 2025 grand finals, showcasing resilience and skill. The match concluded on September 15, 2025, with Falcons clinching the Aegis of Champions and a hefty prize of $1.1 million from the total prize pool of $2.6 million.
Highlights of the Grand Finals
- Game One: Xtreme Gaming took an early lead, winning in 51 minutes.
- Game Two: Falcons responded fiercely, tying the series after a 37-minute victory.
- Game Three: A commanding performance by Xtreme saw them regain the lead.
- Game Four: Falcons forced a decisive game five with a strong 33-minute win.
- Game Five: Falcons dominated, overcoming Xtreme's defenses to win after 58 minutes.
Significance of the Win
This victory positions Team Falcons as the seventh team from Western Europe to lift the Aegis, signaling a continuation of the region’s dominance. Notably, key players Oliver "Skiter" Lepko and Jing "Sneyking" Wu join the ranks of two-time champions.
A Glimpse at Xtreme Gaming's Journey
Despite their commendable effort, Xtreme Gaming exits the tournament in second place, reinforcing their status in the Dota 2 community while still striving to reclaim the Aegis, which has eluded them since 2016.
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