The Dota 2 Esports World Cup 2026 begins on July 7.

On Tuesday, July 7, 2026, one of the most eagerly awaited events in Dota 2 esports will begin: the Dota 2 Esports World Cup 2026. This thrilling competition brings together twenty-four of the top Dota 2 teams to battle it out for a share of a $2 million prize pool.

The Dota 2 Esports World Cup 2026 is set to take place from July 7 to July 19, 2026. This prestigious tournament will span three stages and host 24 teams. With a $2 million prize pool, every team is guaranteed a monetary reward, even those finishing at the bottom. The champion will walk away with the largest share, earning $750,000 and 1,000 Club Points. Teams finishing in second and third places will take home $340,000 with 750 Club Points, and $200,000 with 500 Club Points, respectively. The team in fourth place will receive $120,000 and 300 Club Points. Those ranking between fifth and eighth will each secure $70,000 and 200 Club Points. Teams landing in ninth through twelfth places will each get $40,000, while those in thirteen to sixteenth places will receive $20,000 each. Teams finishing between seventeenth and twentieth places will earn $10,000 each, and those in the bottom four positions will take home $7,500 each. The tournament comprises a group stage, a survival stage, and playoffs. In the group stage, the 24 teams will be divided into four groups, each containing six teams. The top teams will progress to the playoffs, while the survival stage will involve elimination matches. Teams that reach the playoffs will compete in best-of-three matches, with the grand final featuring a best-of-five format. Team Spirit, the champions from the 2025 tournament, have secured automatic entry into the 2026 event. Other notable competitors include Team Liquid, Xtreme Gaming, GamerLegion, and Virtus.pro.