DreamLeague Season 27 is the first big stop on the new ESL Pro Tour 2025/2026 circuit, and it already feels like it’s going to be intense.
From December 10 to 16 we have 24 teams in a Swiss-system group stage; all matches are Bo3, and only the top eight will move on. Then, between December 17 and 21, come the playoffs: double-elimination, Bo3 all the way, except the Grand Final, which goes Bo5.
DreamLeague Season 27 Predictions Playoffs Day 5
I am pretty disappointed in myself. The first mistake was that I was hooked into this OG hype train and didn’t believe in a solid carry (Satanic). Then, out of nowhere, Team Yandex absolutely dogwalked Spirit into a 2-0. Overall, I am 1-2 on the prediction for yesterday. Let’s move to the Lower Bracket finals and Grand Finals!

Predictions (Team Spirit vs PARIVISION)
Team Spirit is the statistically stronger team and has already beaten PARIVISION twice this tournament; PARIVISION’s lower-bracket run suggests they are adapting quickly. Call me nuts, but I’m going with PARIVISION to win against Spirit this time. I believe they have the momentum and have adapted better to the patch.
Prediction Wrong!
I was delusional into thinking that PARI has a better team fight orientation than Team Spirit. The weak link in PARI is clearly DM.
Predictions (Team Yandex vs Team Spirit)
Over the last two days, I have felt a bit skeptical about Team Yandex. Now, I believe they should wipe the floor with Team Spirit just based on the fact that they are playing fast Dota. More than that, Larl is not here in my opinion. If you ban Invoker, I don’t think he can play any other hero.
Prediction Correct!
Congratulations to Team Yandex for winning the DreamLeague Season 27! What did I tell you? They played fast; they played as 5 and just dismembered Team Spirit into a 3-1. Wow, actually I am in shock that Team Yandex is the champion. If you would’ve told me that in the beginning, I would’ve said that you are delusional.
DreamLeague Season 27 Predictions Playoffs Day 4
Again I have 2-1 on predictions. This is the second time I doubt Ame and Xtreme Gaming. Let see the predictions for Day 4:

Predictions (PARIVISION vs OG)
I know it sounds insane, but we must go with OG. Why? PARIVISION is technically more consistent; OG is riding a wave of momentum in this specific tournament. If OG can win the laning phase in Game 1, they tend to snowball the series. I know it’s a long stretch, but we must go with OG.
Prediction Wrong!
You see…this is completely my fault. I started to believe in this OG hype train and disregarded the Satanic factor. In the end, Satanic just outfarmed and outplayed OG in the last 2 games and made it look easy. Next time, I will focus more on data and no more bias.
Predictions (Team Yandex vs Team Spirit)
Team Yandex is already in the top 3, which is unbelievable. But here is no question asked; we go with Spirit. I believe that Team Spirit is the favorite to win the DreamLeague Season 2
Prediction Wrong!
Wow… Who expected that? Congrats to Team Yandex for their first GF. I have no words, but I still need to throw that jab to LarI. Why would you pick yourself an Earth Spirit if you can’t play on it?
Predictions (PARIVISION vs Xtreme Gaming)
A very tough match to predict. In the end, we will go with data. Xtreme understood this meta better, and I think they can win against PARIVSION. However, PARI also has an ace up its sleeve. If the game gets dragged into the late game, Satanic will outfarm Xtreme and win the game. So, never doubt the king; go with PARIVISION to win.
Prediction Correct!
Long live the King! It’s sad that I didn’t believe in Satanic in the match against OG. Anyway, congrats, PARIVISION!
DreamLeague Season 27 Predictions Playoffs Day 3
Today we have a lower bracket run. OG, Tundra, Xtreme, VP, and Falcons will play an elimination match. Let’s see my prediction for day 3 of the DreamLeague Season 27.

Predictions (Team Falcons vs Xtreme Gaming)
Team Falcons
Xtreme Gaming
| Metric | ||
| Current Form | 5-2 in last 7 (DL S27) | 4-3 in last 7 (DL S27) |
| H2H Record (2025) | 9 wins (including TI Final) | 4 wins |
| Win Probability | ~77% | ~23% |
| Greg Spencer Prediction | 2-0 or 2-1 Falcons | Upset potential |
We must go with Team Falcons on this one.
Prediction Wrong!
This was not an upset; it was a clear domination from Xtreme Gaming. Ame played 2 times on Kez with Battle Fury and won. XG is top 4 already.
Predictions (OG vs Virtus Pro)
OG
Virtus Pro
| Metric | ||
| Current Form | 5-1 in last 6 (DL S27) | 4-2 in last 6 (DL S27) |
| H2H Record (2025) | 1 win (Dec 15) | 4 wins (Earlier in 2025) |
| Win Probability | ~71% | ~29% |
| Greg Spencer Prediction | 2-0 or 2-1 OG | Underdog fight |
OG will win this match; let’s see if VP picks a TB again for Timado. Yesterday he had a 0-11 game and then bought Midas and Orchid.
Prediction Correct!
Nahh man, OG is really good. I mean, Natsumi plays like Miracle- is coaching him or something. Congrats to OG, and congrats to SEA Dota.
Predictions (Tundra Esports vs Xtreme Gaming)
Tundra Esports
Xtreme Gaming
I believe that Xtreme understood this patch. Tundra is still looking shaky in my eyes. Ame already destroyed Team Falcons with a 2-0 sweep, going with them to win.
Prediction Correct!
The uncrowned king is back, boys! What did I tell you??? China Dota is on the roll. Ame absolutely dismantled Tundra.
DreamLeague Season 27 Predictions Playoffs Day 2
The playoffs on Day 1 are complete; we went 2-1 (OG lost to Tundra Esports). Today we have another 3 matches, and all of them are from the upper bracket. Let’s move to the predictions.

Predictions (Virtus Pro vs Team Yandex)
Virtus Pro
Team Yandex
Team Yandex has been the “kryptonite” for Virtus Pro throughout 2025. They already defeated VP 2-0 during the DreamLeague Season 27 Group Stage. If Team Yandex plays fast, this is an easy win for them. But, if the game gets dragged into the ultra-late, Timado will outfarm Watson and still win the game. Going with Yandex to win.
Prediction Correct!
Team Tandex won 2-1. But man, this Timado TB is something to be studied. 0-10 (Midas, Orchid). Tilting level 99. Also, why didn’t they ban Furion if they lost the 1st game against him?
Predictions (PARIVISION vs Team Spirit)
PARIVISION pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the playoffs so far by sweeping Team Falcons 2–0 in the quarterfinals. They rely on high-tempo, aggressive drafting to overwhelm opponents early. But Team Spirit’s late-game macro and the “Collapse factor,” where they won against PARI in the Group Stage. This is one of the highest-skill matches in the whole DreamLeague. Giving the edge to Team Spirit to win.
Prediction Correct!
Yatoro GOD. I told you, Spirit is just on another level. Did you see how much net worth he had on WR carry? Sometimes I have a feeling that someone is just sending him money in-game.
Predictions (Tundra Esports vs Team Yandex)
Tundra Esports
Team Yandex
Yandex plays fast, but to me Tundra is way out of the league in this match. To me, Yandex will not be able to capitalize on the early game. In the end Pure~ shall ragdoll Team Yandex. Going with Tundra Esports.
Prediction Wrong!
What a throw by Tundra…. I can’t believe what I saw. They had mega creeps and then dove into the T4 and then just died without buyback. And yes, this Viper is IMBA.
DreamLeague Season 27 Predictions Playoffs Day 1
The group stage of the DreamLeague is over! My predictions went above 83%, and I won ~$2847. The biggest disappointments (that went home after the group stage) are BetBoom, Team Liquid, and Aurora Gaming. However, we have some surprises as well. Clearly OG and VP. If you had told me at the beginning of the Dream League that OG would be first after the group stage, I would’ve said that you were insane. Nevertheless, let’s move to the predictions!

Predictions (Team Falcons vs PARIVISION)
Man, what a tough match to predict. Head-to-head, it goes to the Falcons with 7-5. But I would like to take another angle at this. So, we already saw that the Falcons really struggle against teams that push early and have a super farmed carry. (e.g., how they lost against Team Spirit). I believe PARI has exactly the same playstyle, and I will give the edge to them.
Prediction Correct!
This is what high-level Dota looks like. PARIVISION won as I predicted. Slark looks really strong in this patch, especially in the 9Class hands.
Predictions (Team Spirit vs Xtreme Gaming)
The “Ame” Factor remains one of the world’s most consistent and dangerous carries. But still, Spirit is a massive favorite here. In the last 30 days, Team Spirit has maintained an 83% win rate compared to Xtreme Gaming’s 43%. We’re going with Team Spirit to win.
Prediction Correct!
You wanted a carry Viper for Ame? Absolutely insane pick from Xtreme. Why wouldn’t you just play THE SAME Dota as before? Pick a reliable carry for Ame, wait for 40 minutes, and close the game. GG.
Predictions (OG vs Tundra Esports)
OG
Tundra Esports
OG finished the Swiss Group Stage with a 5–1 record, the highest alongside Team Spirit and Team Falcons. They actually have a higher “Buchholz score” than Tundra, indicating they beat stronger opponents to get here. We’re going with OG to win the match.
Prediction Wrong!
Sooo, OG lost to themselves. WHY the hell would you pick this Leshrak 2 times for Natsumi? Why didn’t they stick with their old draft with a hard carry for Natsumi? The game was lost from the drafting stage, unfortunately.
DreamLeague Season 27 Predictions Group Stage Day 6
Day 4 of DreamLeague Season 27 is in the books, and it was another reminder that this tournament doesn’t care about logic. We closed the day with an 8–4 record on predictions (66.67% win rate), respectable, but far from clean.
Predictions (Runa Team vs Tundra Esports)
Runa Team
Tundra Esports
Can you believe that Tundra lost yesterday to Nigma Galaxy? And the RUNA team won against Team Liquid? It’s a stretch, but we’re going with Tundra to win.
Prediction Correct!
Tundra won from start to finish, but why are they pushing this Marci carry? This is working against a team like Runa; I highly doubt this will work against Falcons or Spirit.
Predictions (OG vs Virtus Pro)
OG
Virtus Pro
This match is an absolute bloodbath! We must go with OG for the sole reason that they are very aggressive in the early game. But, as usual, if the game goes past 37 minutes, Timado will close the deal in VP’s favor. Nevertheless, going with OG to win.
Prediction Correct!
Pure domination from OG! Man, I love watching their Dota.
Predictions (Yakult Brothers vs PassionUA)
Yakult Brothers
PassionUA
PassionUA is far from perfect, but they are a slightly more prepared team. YB didn’t win a single match in the entire DreamLeague, going with PassionUA to win. And I am pretty confident that Flyfly- will feed a LOT.
Prediction Correct!
I hate to say it, but I told you so. Flyfly had a negative score in both games that they lost. Just for the record, PassionUA is a bottom-tier 2 team (people are playing mostly for fun), and YB lost the match.
Predictions (Team Tidebound vs Aurora Gaming)
Guys… Aurora lost to Team Nemesis, if you can believe that. I will make it better: Nightfall lost to 23Savage.
Prediction Correct!
Aurora is going home. They were full tilt against Tidebound and lost against a Lina carry from Shiro. Honestly, I think they will disband.
Predictions (Xtreme Gaming vs Natus Vincere)
Xtreme Gaming
NA`VI
NA’VI always plays on the back foot. The thing about Xtreme is to pressure them in the early game. If you don’t do that, Ame will outfarm your carry and win the game.
Prediction Correct!
I told you, NA’VI can’t win lanes, and then they let Ame full free farm, and now they’re going home.
Predictions (Team Falcons vs Team Spirit)
Right now, the Team Spirit are the safer pick. Team Falcons is still elite, but they’ve shown they can be disrupted by nonstop pressure and fearless play. Team Spirit are excellent at exactly that: strong lanes, constant skirmishing, and very good punishment when opponents hesitate.
Prediction Correct!
There is only 1 GOD TIER carry, and his name is Yatoro! 15-0 in 20 minutes.
Predictions ( Pips+4 vs Amaru Gaming)
Pips+4
Amaru Gaming
Going with Pips+4 to win. Copy is just too good.
Prediction Correct!
Expected result: Amaru lost without any chance. They’re going home.
Predictions (BetBoom Team vs Team Yandex)
BB plays without gpk~ (due to health issues). However, Kyiotaka is back, so I think now they will have more pressure on the map due to him being extremely aggressive. I believe that BetBoom will crush Team Yandex.
Prediction Wrong!
I would have never expected that BB would go home after the group stage of the DreamLeague Season 27. You see, Kiyotaka is an exceptional midlaner, but the way he throws is something to be studied.
Predictions (PARIVISION vs Nigma Galaxy)
Nigma just ragdolled Tundra (props to Sumail). However, PARIVISION is not Tundra, and I believe that they will outfarm and win the game.
Predictions (MOUZ Esports vs Team Nemesis)
MOUZ
Team Nemesis
MOUZ is not in the best shape. But to me, the playstyle is just way too good against 23Savage. Going with MOUZ to win.
Predictions (Heroic vs 1WIN Team)
Heroic
1WIN Team
1WIN can be scrappy, but HEROIC has better structure, stronger laning, and more reliable midgame execution. If HEROIC plays standard and avoids overforcing, they should control the series.
Predictions (Team Liquid vs Gamer Legion)
Even with their inconsistency, Liquid still has a higher ceiling and better overall execution than Gamer Legion. If Liquid plays their standard game and doesn’t self-destruct in the draft, they should take the series. But, I said the same thing yesterday, and they lost to Runa Team….
DreamLeague Season 27 Predictions Group Stage Day 5
Day 4 of DreamLeague Season 27 is done, and this was one of those Dota days. We finished with an 8–4 record on predictions – a 66.67% win rate, which is still respectable but definitely a step down from the previous days. OG is the perfect example. On paper, Team Spirit should win that series. In reality, OG came in full YOLO mode and never let Spirit breathe. When a team is playing with zero fear, logic sometimes goes out the window.
Predictions (Xtreme Gaming vs Virtus Pro)
Xtreme Gaming
Virtus Pro
Xtreme is more consistent and better in late-game execution. If the series goes long, Ame gives them the edge. But VP just won against Liquid, so to me VP is a slightly better team here. I believe that Ame will NOT outfarm Timado! Going with VP to win.
Prediction Correct!
VP absolute savages! I don’t understand why they didn’t play like this in TSM. They could’ve won the first map as well, but they made a mistake in taking a fight on the Roshan side.
Predictions (Team Yandex vs Team Tidebound)
Team Yandex
Team Tidebound
Yandex is simply more disciplined and consistent. Tidebound struggles once games hit midgame pressure, and Yandex will punish that.
Prediction Correct!
I don’t know, guys, Tidebound seems to struggle with lanes in my opinion. They can’t come back, and they rely solely on the fact that MAYBE Shiro will carry them.
Predictions (Team Liquid vs Runa Team)
Liquid is inconsistent, but Runa doesn’t have the firepower to punish them hard enough. If Liquid plays standard, they should control the series. However, I would not be surprised if Liquid throws 1 game to Runa.
Prediction Wrong!
Pfff, I can’t believe what I just saw. Do you realize that Liquid might be THE MOST inconsistent team ever? How can you lose against a Tier 2 team?
Predictions (Amaru Gaming vs Yakult Brothers)
Amaru Gaming
Yakult Brothers
I will give the edge to Amaru, but both teams don’t belong in the DreamLeague Season 27, in my opinion.
Prediction Correct!
Ladies and gentlemen, flyfly- might hold the record for the most feeding carry-player ever.
Predictions (Tundra Esports vs Nigma Galaxy)
Tundra Esports
Nigma Galaxy
There is nothing to comment on here; Tundra shall wipe the floor with Nigma in both games. Just out of curiosity, let’s look at TA2000 and how many times he will feed this game.
Prediction Wrong!
OMG, how wrong I was. Suma1L just won the last game SOLO on Puck. I lost the bet, but I am so happy for my boys!
Predictions (OG vs Team Falcons)
OG
Team Falcons
OG is riding insane momentum, and their YOLO style can absolutely steal games – we’ve seen that already. But Falcons are more stable, more disciplined, and better at punishing chaos. They don’t tilt easily, and they usually shut down reckless aggression over a full Bo3. Let’s go with Falcons.
Prediction Correct!
I told you guys, Falcons will stop this unstoppable OG hype train. Nevertheless, OG looked good in game 2. What I don’t understand is why they would focus Centaur with 5K HP every single time.
Predictions (Aurora Gaming vs Team Nemesis)
As much as I dislike Aurora in the DreamLeague, there is no way they lose against 23Savage; let’s be real here.
Prediction Wrong!
No comment. Aurora is out of the competition, and I think they will disband. I understand losing against Tundra or Falcons, but when you lose against a stand-in, 23Savage… It’s time to
Predictions (PassionUA vs 1WIN Team)
PassionUA
1WIN Team
Both teams are tier 2. At least PassionUA went to this tournament and tried, but 1Win just straight up disappoints. Anyway, 1Win shall win this match based on the raw skill.
Prediction Correct!
As expected, 1Win just outfarmed PassionUa and closed the game.
Predictions (PARIVISION vs Team Spirit)
Based on everything so far in this tournament, Team Spirit looks more stable and in better form. PARIVISION is still dangerous, but they’ve already shown cracks when teams bring nonstop pressure and confidence. Spirit will slow the game and then choke PARIVISION out. BTW: To me, this is the most skilled match in the entire DreamLeague.
Prediction Correct!
Very high-skilled Dota! Team Spirit won, but PARIVISION played well. To me, PARI makes a ton of mistakes in the late game due to tilting. Even that buyback from DK in the last game was purely based on tilt. Let’s hope that Puppey will drive the team further.
Predictions (BetBoom Team vs Pips+4)
BetBoom is the clear favorite in this match. However, if they don’t ban Storm, Copy will probably rampage through the map. Let’s just hope that BB is mentally ok after that loss from Tundra yesterday.
Prediction Correct!
Kiyotaka is back, boys! Booster just outplayed the whole team in both games.
Predictions (MOUZ Esports vs Natus Vincere)
MOUZ
NA`VI
MOUZ is more reliable in early-to-mid-game execution and usually converts lane pressure into objectives. NAVI has moments of brilliance, but they make too many mistakes once the game opens up. And we’ve seen Na’Vi choke against YB aggression in the early game. We’re going with MOUZ to win.
Prediction Wrong!
MOUZ lost to a QoP carry. Yes, MOUZ looks nowhere near their form in BlastSlam.
Predictions (Heroic vs Gamer Legion)
Heroic
Gamer Legion
Even with their tendency to throw, HEROIC still has a higher ceiling and better laning than GamerLegion. If they play standard and don’t overforce, they should control the series.
Prediction Wrong!
Is it only me, or do Heroic look like they’ve never played Dota before? I mean, they are so lost on the map… Yamsun soloed both games easily.
DreamLeague Season 27 Predictions Group Stage Day 4
Day 2 of DreamLeague Season 27 is in the books, and it was another solid day overall with a 12–3 record on predictions and an 80% win rate. Not everything went our way (BetBoom vs. OG being the obvious miss), but that’s Dota. You underestimate a high-tempo, no-fear team like OG, and they’ll punish you for it.
Predictions (OG vs Team Spirit)
OG is flying high after their 3–0 run, and that win over BetBoom showed how dangerous they are when they get momentum. They’re playing fearless, drafting fast-paced heroes, and they’re not afraid to force fights early. That said, Team Spirit is still the better team on paper. Their map control, late-game decision-making, and ability to slow the game down are exactly what counter OG’s YOLO style. Going with Team Spirit to win.
Prediction Wrong!
Wooow, I can’t believe how OG was able to make it through. Never expected in a million years that a YOLO playstyle would wipe Spirit 2:0. OG absolute savages!!!
Predictions (Team Yandex vs Xtreme Gaming)
Team Yandex
Xtreme Gaming
Team Yandex has shown flashes of strength, but their games tend to fall apart once they hit midgame pressure. However, the way Xtreme plays (relying only on AME to outfarm the whole team) is not a solution in my eyes. But still, we must believe in Ame.
Prediction Correct!
It looks like Xtreme style is still working. Fun fact, this is the first time when we see that NTS won the mid.
Predictions (Runa Team vs Amaru Gaming)
Runa Team
Amaru Gaming
Amaru Gaming has struggled across the board in this group stage. They have a hard time finding win conditions, and once they fall behind, the games usually snowball out of control. Even in slower matches, their late-game execution hasn’t been convincing. Going with the Runa Team to win.
Prediction Correct!
Well, I told you. Amaru Gaming looks really shaky.
Predictions (Team Tidebound vs Yakult Brothers)
Team Tidebound
Yakult Brothers
Unless the Yakult Brothers pull out something completely unexpected in the draft, this should be a straightforward series for Tidebound.
Prediction Correct!
Ladies and gentlemen, we give you Flyfly – the guy who feeds more than 23 Savage. (Which is a big achievement). Tidebound absolutely stomped YB.
Predictions (BetBoom Team vs Tundra Esports)
This should be a high-level series, but it comes down to discipline versus volatility. BetBoom has the raw skill to beat anyone, yet they’ve already shown they’re willing to experiment – and that’s dangerous against a team like Tundra. But Tundra Esports plays extremely structured Dota. They punish overextensions, control the map well, and rarely give away free fights. If BetBoom drafts greedily or tries to get fancy, Tundra will slow the game down and take over.
Prediction Correct!
I am happy that I won the bet. However, the way BetBoom throws the game is something to be studied. I understand the first game, where Tundra just outdrafted and outplayed BetBoom into oblivion, but the second game?
Predictions (Team Liquid vs Virtus Pro)
Virtus Pro is dangerous, especially if the game goes late and Timado gets space, but they’ve been under a lot of early pressure in recent matches. Against a team like Liquid, falling behind early is risky, because Liquid won’t give you many openings back into the game. So, the edge goes to Team Liquid. They’re playing very clean Dota right now.
Prediction Wrong!
Wow, I don’t have words for this. Man, Liquid is SO INCONSISTENT. You can’t make this up even if you wanted to. In 2 games in a row, VP was ahead from start to finish. Both VP supports didn’t die a SINGLE TIME!!! in the last game.
Predictions (MOUZ Esports vs Gamer Legion)
MOUZ
Gamer Legion
We’re going with MOUZ to win. However, if they play like yesterday against VP and they let GL past 45 minutes, they will have the EXACT same problems. Yamsun is also a hard carry who can close the game. Anyway, to me MOUZ should dominate early to mid-game and then close it.
Prediction Correct!
I saw everything, but seeing Shadow Demon in mid – this is a first time. MidOne solo in game 3. No BKB, just Blink, Kaya, and Wind Waker.
Predictions (PassionUA vs Team Nemesis)
PassionUA
Team Nemesis
What can we do here? Let’s say that PassionUA is slightly behind NIGMA in skill. (based on what we saw in the DreamLeague Season 27). But here is the deal: Nemeses has this Ace by the name of 23Savage, who can throw any unlosable game. Anyway, I will give the edge to Nemesis.
Prediction Correct!
4nalog flawless game. Didn’t die a single time in 2 games. PassionUA officially is out of the competition.
Predictions (Heroic vs Aurora Gaming)
I am so disappointed in Aurora; you have no idea. But the way Heroic played yesterday (lost 2-0 to a division 2 team) is something to think about. HEROIC has the edge because they’re simply more structured. They draft with clear win conditions, control vision well, and don’t overforce fights when they don’t need to.
Prediction Wrong!
Classic Heroic, winning the early game and then throwing at the 30-minute mark. I am actually shocked that Aurora won.
Predictions (Team Falcons vs Pips+4)
Team Falcons
Pips+4
This one looks fairly straightforward on paper. Team Falcons has better players across the board, cleaner drafts, and much stronger execution once the game hits midgame objectives. But remember, Pips+4 just won 2-0 against Heroic. I told you that Copy is a tier 1 midlaner. Anyway, Falcons also won against PARI, pretty easily in my books.
Prediction Correct!
It was an expected output. However, I need to give the kudos to Copy; man, you can’t give this guy Storm Spirit.
Predictions (PARIVISION vs Natus Vincere)
Parivision should win comfortably. To me, NA’VI makes a lot of mistakes; even against the Yakult Brothers, they lost 2 lanes in 20 minutes. I don’t even want to mention Niku on mid.
Prediction Correct!
Domination from start to finish from PARIVISION. But I need to throw that jab at them. Why yesterday against Falcons they didn’t pick Troll or any hard carry for Satanic?
Predictions (Nigma Galaxy vs 1Win Team)
Nigma Galaxy
1WIN Team
I think this is the worst stack NIGMA has had in a while. TA200 doesn’t fit the team at all. How can you get from a top 6 TI to BARELY winning against 23Savage? 1Win is a tier 2 team, which is way better than Nigma right now.
Prediction Wrong!
Do you realize that Nigma won purely because they had a better strategy, right? In game 1, it was a comeback, and they BARELY managed to kill the throne. Even if they won, I don’t see them advancing anywhere.
DreamLeague Season 27 Predictions Group Stage Day 3
A tough day 2. NIGMA and Tundra lost their matches, which was unexpected. Nevertheless, the win rate for day 2 is 67.75%. As usual, this is Greg Spencer, and we’re going to Day 3 of DreamLeague Season 27 predictions:
Predictions (BetBoom Team vs OG)
What a match! I want to go with OG so bad (but this is a biased idea). In the end, I believe BetBoom is a better team. And you know, based on the past data, whenever BB plays against a slightly weaker team, they absolutely dominate it. We’re going with BB to win the match.
Prediction Wrong!
Centaur for gpk on mid? You’re playing against THE MOST yolo team in the DreamLeague Season 27, and you think you can play in their Dota? This is what happens when you are full of yourself and don’t respect the opponent. Props to OG; they’re going 3-0.
Predictions (Yakult Brothers vs Natus Vincere)
Yakult Brothers
NA`VI
NA’VI should win the match. Yes, I know that yesterday I said the same thing against GamerLegion, and YB won the match. However, NAVI is on a different level right now, so we’re going with them. I love how gotthejuice is playing on Carry; I believe he is the next CIS star carry player.
Prediction Correct!
NAVI won, but when I see this kind of gameplay against YB, it just breaks my heart. Niku on that Storm Spirit 2-15, how do you recover mentally from that?
Predictions (MOUZ Esports vs Virtus Pro)
MOUZ
Virtus Pro
Amazing match! Here we have 2 issues: MOUZ in early will dominate VP everywhere (since they are a snowball team). However, if the match goes past 45 minutes, Timado will outfarm Crystallis and most likely will have double the net worth. So, as we’ve seen in the past 2 days, VP can handle the early pressure; we’re going with VP to win.
Prediction Correct!
Call me mystic Greg! What did I tell you? When you let Timado past 37 minutes, he will just outfarm you and then close the game. Also, Saber on that Primal Beast is an ANIMAL!
Predictions (PassionUA vs Team Tidebound)
PassionUA
Team Tidebound
We’re going with Tidebound, no brainer. PassionUa is not a tier 1 team as of now. In the future they can grow, but right now Tidebound is miles ahead.
Prediction Correct!
Expected result: at least we saw AM carry from Shiro. I think PassionUA will go home.
Predictions (Team Spirit vs Team Liquid)
Team Spirit will win this match. But Liquid yesterday won against Tundra very easily. So, if Spirit can’t take the early game pressure, I can see Liquid squeezing 1 game from them. However, Team Spirit should win comfortably.
Prediction Correct!
Spirit won, prediction correct. However, what a game 2 from Liquid vs. Spirit – back-and-forth, buybacks, and comebacks. This was one of the highest-skilled Dota in a while.
Predictions (Team Yandex vs Amaru Gaming)
Team Yandex
Amaru Gaming
Team Yandex lost the game to OG. But they are extremely strong; we must go with Team Yandex to win. I don’t see any win scenarios for Amaru Gaming.
Prediction Correct!
Absolutely outclassed! Team Yandex looks good.
Predictions (Xtreme Gaming vs Runa Team)
Xtreme Gaming
Runa Team
Imagine that Runa just destroyed NIGMA with 2-0. However, Xtreme Gaming did the same thing, and we have big faith in Ame. Going with Xtreme Gaming to win.
Prediction Correct!
Again, the same exact scenario. Ame just farms until 37 minutes and then kills your entire team. I don’t think this approach will work against a high-paced team. Still, congrats to Xtreme for winning the match.
Predictions (Gamer Legion vs 1Win Team)
Gamer Legion
1WIN Team
Pretty even teams, hard to predict. I am going with Gamer Legion for the last time. Yes, I understand that Munkushi can solo the games, but so can Yamsun. Going with GL on this one.
Prediction Correct!
What did I tell you? Yamsun can carry games better than Munkushi, and they won 2-0.
Predictions (Team Falcons vs PARIVISION)
This should be the most high-skilled Dota match in the DreamLeague Season 25. It is a coin toss, but we’re going with PV to win just because they never back down. Even yesterday against Heroic, they tried 70 minutes with the PL carry. I am a strong believer in hard-carry players like Satanic, Yatoro, etc.
Prediction Wrong!
What is the point of having the best carry in pro Dota if you don’t have gameplay? Ammar on Panda SOLO won game 2; PARI had a TB carry, which was a non-factor in that game. You see, Falcons do not care how much you farm; they split the farm evenly, and then they have 3 cores and you have 1 core.
Predictions (Heroic vs Pips+4)
Heroic
Pips+4
Heroic all the way. Even though I love Copy, I believe Heroic is at least top 6 in the world right now.
Prediction Wrong!
What did I watch? Copy destroying one of the best teams on Earth? Wow…this must be the most unpredictable output ever from my predictions.
Predictions (Tundra Esports vs Aurora Gaming)
There is no surprise that Tundra is one of the favorites to win the DreamLeague Season 27, so based on the last 2 tournaments’ performance (and even yesterday) we’re going with Tundra to win.
Prediction Correct!
No comment. Pick more PL into the last pick, Earthshaker.
Predictions (Team Nemesis vs Nigma Galaxy)
Team Nemesis
Nigma Galaxy
This is a show match. We have Brother 23Savage, who feeds like a maniac. And then, we have NIGMA Galaxy, who does what NIGMA does best—losses against Tier 2 teams. So, to bet? Let’s have some fun and bet on NIGMA.
Prediction Correct!
So weak, honestly… Bring Miracle back.
DreamLeague Season 27 Predictions Group Stage Day 2
Day 1 of the DreamLeague Season 27 is done, and we’re rolling into Day 2 with serious momentum after opening the event with an 11–1 record and a 91.67% hit rate on predictions.
Predictions (MOUZ Esports vs Team Falcons)
MOUZ
Team Falcons
I want to risk it here. Let’s go MOUZ to win the encounter, based on how Falcons played against PassionUA yesterday. I feel like Falcons has some issue when playing against a snowball team (like MOUZ). That’s how they lost in the finals against them.
Prediction Wrong!
Naaah, too many yolo plays by Mouz. This Lesh pick is ok, but they need to enable it earlier; there is no point in waiting until TB gets full items. Props to Ammar for stealing the rosh and the aegis.
Predictions (Team Spirit vs Natus Vincere)
I am a big NA’VI fan, and I know how they wiped Aurora yesterday. However, this is Team Spirit, and they need to prove that they are still the best in the CIS region. To me, Spirit played way better than NA’VI yesterday. We’re going with Team Spirit to win.
Prediction Correct!
Spirit won as I predicted, but still NA’VI looks good. Except, something is wrong with Niku, it doesn’t inspire any fear in mid, tbh.
Predictions (Aurora Gaming vs 1Win Team)
I mean, what can we do here? Believe in Aurora? Believe in Nightfall? This is the last time we’re betting on Aurora for the sole fact that NA’VI is a way stronger team than 1WIN. If Aurora loses, this is a full disband.
Prediction Correct!
Aurora barely won. They won just because 1Win had the worst pick in the last year, Veno, to carry for Munkushi (who is a hard carry). To me, Aurora looks really bad, even though they won this match.
Predictions (Team Tidebound vs Virtus Pro)
Team Tidebound
Virtus Pro
Tidebound came fully unprepared in the DreamLeague Season 27, we’re going to give the edge to VP. I don’t know, something is missing from the Tidebound squad. They’re playing slow and always on defense, relying on Shiro to carry the game.
Prediction Correct!
What a match! Both games went to super late game. Timado absolutely crushed on Carry.
Predictions (Team Yandex vs OG)
Team Yandex
OG
This is the most competitive game from DreamLeague Season 27 so far. On one hand we have OG, which absolutely DESTROYED Tidebound, and then we have a methodical Yandex with Watson as a carry. Based on the data, I don’t think OG can have this aggressive playstyle against Yandex, because they have pretty much the same thing. We’re going with OG to win. Yandex already won against OG in BLAST SLAM, but this DreamLeague.
Prediction Correct!
Man, this OG stack looks really good. I don’t understand how they play so well when they played with THE SAME stack in Asia.
Predictions (BetBoom Team vs Xtreme Gaming)
I liked Xtreme yesterday against Nigma. However, BetBoom will not let you farm an 8-slotted Medusa without being punished. We’re going with BetBoom to win.
Prediction Correct!
Welcome to the BetBoom show! They look unbeatable at the DreamLeague Season 27.
Predictions (Yakult Brothers vs Gamer Legion)
Yakult Brothers
Gamer Legion
We’re going with Yamsun, no brainer. I don’t believe at all in YB…
Prediction Wrong!
So, usually FlyFly feeds like a 3K MMR player. Today he has a morph with 9:0 and a butterfly in 21 minutes. Explain to me how this is possible.
Predictions (Tundra Esports vs Team Liquid)
There is no surprise that Tundra is one of the favorites to win the DreamLeague Season 27, so based on the last 2 tournaments’ performance (and even yesterday) we’re going with Tundra to win.
Prediction Wrong!
Naaah, too many yolo plays by Mouz. This Lesh pick is ok, but they need to enable it earlier; there is no point in waiting until TB gets full items. Props to Ammar for stealing the rosh and the aegis
Predictions (PARIVISION vs Heroic)
PARI looks really strong, but I wouldn’t be surprised if Whisper and the boys take a map from PARI. In the last 8 encounters (head-to-head), PARIVISION is 8-0 against Heroic.
Prediction Correct!
Welcome to the BetBoom show! They look unbeatable at the DreamLeague Season 27.
Predictions (Nigma Galaxy vs Runa Team)
Nigma Galaxy
Runa Team
To me, Runa is the weakest team in the DreamLeague Season 27. I expect NIGMA to win confidently with 2:0.
Prediction Wrong!
I have no words for this. TA 0-9, absolutely GG. Bring back Miracle, guys….
Predictions (Team Nemesis vs Amaru Gaming)
Team Nemesis
Amaru Gaming
Nemesis is still a better team here. However, mark my words when I tell you that 23Savage will feed a LOT. If Amaru Gaming can find a way to tilt 23, it will be over. But, we’re going with Nemesis to win the match.
DreamLeague Season 27 Predictions Group Stage Day 1
Predictions (Team Liquid vs Team Nemesis)
Well, in this case we have 23Savage back + 4nalog from SA. But still, Team Liquid should run through Nemesis.
Prediction Correct!
I was too hyped up for 23Savage. At least in game 1 he was a real savage, but then he went back to the roots. The way he was feeding in game 3 is something beyond my expectations.
Predictions (OG vs Team Tidebound)
OG
Team Tidebound
Based on the latest tournament, we must go with OG. Even in Blast Slam V, they barely lost to Team Yandex. On the other hand, Tidebound didn’t even get out of the group stage.
Prediction Correct!
One-sided match. OG absolutely destroyed Tidebound! Kind of expected, but I never expected Natsumi to be so aggressive in the early game.
Predictions (Team Spirit vs 1Win Team)
Spirit should control lanes and midgame without much trouble. 1w can scrap, but this is a rough day for 1Win.
Prediction Correct!
Well, Yatoro played 2 games on Kez and won easily. I feel like 1win lacks some discipline or even a game plan.
Predictions (BetBoom Team vs Runa Team)
BB has more stable cores and cleaner map play. Runa has upset potential, but BB is just way stronger. I can see an easy 2:0 from the BetBoom team.
Prediction Correct!
Classic BetBoom, when the player is against a slightly easier opponent, they just lose the games. Did you see that gpk~ went full carry on mid DK?
Predictions (Team Yandex vs Virtus Pro)
Team Yandex
Virtus Pro
VP is interesting (basically the old TSM), but Yandex is still miles ahead. Yandex will win this match.
Prediction Correct!
Yep, I said that Yandex is no joke. However, I need to throw another jab at Saberlight. What was that? Absolutely outclassed by the Yandex Team.
Predictions (Aurora Gaming vs Natus Vincere)
Aurora’s tempo-heavy style is the exact thing NAVI typically struggles against. Expect aggression and a 2–0 or a messy 2–1. Another interesting fact is that NAVI NEVER won against Aurora.
Prediction Wrong!
Wow… What a throw by Aurora. I can’t believe how afraid they were against NAVI. Gyro in both games was uncontested, and WHY THE HELL do they keep picking this Abaddon carry? Where is Medusa? Where is Weaver? Nightfall plays only Abaddon.
Predictions (MOUZ Esports vs Pips+4)
MOUZ
Pips+4
Usually I would go all-in on MOUZ. However, did you see the stack of Pips+4? Copy, Nande, Ekki, etc. Obviously we are still going with MOUZ, but I can see them losing 1 map.
Prediction Correct!
MOUZ won as I predicted, but Copy deserves some props on his Storm Spirit. Did you think that MidOne would come back as strong? I’m really happy for Mouz.
Predictions (Team Falcons vs PassionUA)
Team Falcons
PassionUA
Well, Falcons should out-skill across all three lanes. Passion Ua probably won’t keep up with the pace once Falcons hit timings. Bet the house on the Falcons.
Prediction Correct!
MOUZ won as I predicted, but Copy deserves some props on his Storm Spirit. Did you think that MidOne would come back as strong? I’m really happy for Mouz.
Predictions (Xtreme Gaming vs Nigma Galaxy)
Xtreme Gaming
Nigma Galaxy
Coming into DreamLeague S27, NGX has been inconsistent. Their drafts often rely on specific comfort picks, and when they fall behind early, they struggle to recover. Coordination issues in midgame teamfights make them vulnerable to rotations and tempo plays. Even though Xtreme also looks shaky, I still believe they are slightly better.
Prediction Correct!
That’s what happens when you let Medusa (AME) farm for 45 minutes. TA2000 doesn’t fit this team in my eyes; he is a hard carry who tries to be a semi-carry.
Predictions (Heroic vs Yakult Brothers)
Heroic
Yakult Brothers
YkBros is an unpredictable squad that is capable of pulling off strong early aggression but often falters in coordinated midgame fights. If we look at the stats, HEROIC should wipe the floor with YB.
Prediction Correct!
I am very impressed by Heroic; I love their play-style, and I hope they will end up somewhere in the top 4 in this DreamLeague Season 27. And yeah, Whisper is an absolute menace on mid. I understand his Enigma pick, but Invoker going 12:0? Props to Heroic.
Predictions (PARIVISION vs Gamer Legion)
GL can’t hold midgame pressure, and PARI just plays smarter. If drafts stay normal, this should be a clean sweep. Upset is possible only with something crazy from GL.
Prediction Correct!
PARIVISION is too strong, guys. They just outfarm ANYONE.
Predictions (Tundra Esports vs Amaru Gaming)
Tundra Esports
Amaru Gaming
One-sided on paper. Tundra outclasses Amaru in every lane, every role. Expect a controlled, methodical win with minimal mistakes. More than that, Tundra is literally the favorite to win DreamLeague Season 27.
Prediction Correct!
Well, what can we say? 20 minutes win.