Team Spirit
CIS organization that won The International 2021 and The International 2023, with a winning roster featuring Yatoro, TORONTOTOKYO, and Collapse. Known for aggressive early game rotations and strong drafting under captain Miposhka.
Stake Dota 2 Betting for Canada Players
Dota 2 is a multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) title developed by Valve Corporation, released in 2013. Two squads of five players draft heroes and battle across the map, aiming to destroy the enemy Ancient. On Stake, you can place pre-match and live bets on professional Dota 2 tournaments, covering markets such as match winner, map winner, handicaps, and total kills. The platform pairs a dedicated Dota 2 section with a mobile app, giving you access to fixtures and odds for events like The International and DreamLeague.
What is Dota 2?
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Valve Corporation |
| Release Year | 2013 |
| Genre | Multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) |
| Steam Rating | Very Positive, based on over 2 million user reviews |
| Awards & Nominations | Golden Joystick Award for Best PC Game (2013); Guinness World Record for the largest esports prize pool, set at The International 2021 (over USD 40 million); multiple Esports Game of the Year nominations at The Esports Awards |
Top Dota 2 Rosters to Bet On
You can follow and bet on matches involving leading professional organizations through Stake’s Dota 2 betting markets. Each roster carries a distinct playstyle, drafting approach, and tournament record, details worth reviewing before placing a wager. The list below spans Eastern Europe, Western Europe, and China.
Gaimin Gladiators
European organization that reached the top of the Western Europe standings during the 2023 season. Recognized for flexible hero pools and consistent placements at Majors and Riyadh Masters events.
Tundra Esports
UK-based organization that won The International 2022 with a roster including Nine, Sneyking, Saksa, 33, and Skiter. Known for methodical late-game execution and strong map control.
Team Liquid
Western Europe organization that won The International 2017 with a roster featuring KuroKy and Miracle-. One of the longest-established rosters in the competitive scene, with continued Major and league participation.
BetBoom Team
CIS organization formed from the former Virtus.pro Dota 2 division, featuring RAMZES666. A regular qualifier for Majors and regional leagues since its 2022 rebrand.
Natus Vincere
CIS organization and The International 2011 champion, with a roster that included Dendi and Puppey. One of the earliest major organizations in Dota 2 esports, with a long competitive history.
OG
Western Europe organization and the only team to win The International in two consecutive years, 2018 and 2019, led by N0tail and Ceb. Known for unconventional drafts and hero picks.
PSG.LGD
Chinese organization that finished as The International runner-up in 2018 and 2022, losing the 2022 Grand Final to Tundra Esports. A consistent top finisher in Chinese regional leagues.
Steps to Start Dota 2 Betting at Stake
An active Stake account is required before you can place bets on Dota 2 matches. Follow the steps below to get set up.
1.
Register an Account
Sign up using your email, phone number, or Google account, then verify your details.
2.
Open the Dota 2 Section
Navigate to the Esports tab and select Dota 2 from the list of available titles.
3.
Select a Match or Tournament
Browse upcoming and live fixtures from leagues such as The International, ESL, or DreamLeague.
4.
Choose a Betting Market
Pick a market such as match winner, map handicap, or total kills, then review the listed odds.
5.
Enter Your Stake and Confirm
Type your wager amount into the bet slip and confirm the selection to place the bet.
Dota 2 Betting via the Application
The official Stake app gives you access to Dota 2 fixtures, live odds, and betting markets from your mobile device. You can track ongoing series, review hero drafts, and place bets on tournaments such as The International or regional Majors without a desktop browser. Odds adjust as matches progress, letting you follow map developments from your phone.
Stake Dota 2 Odds
Dota 2 odds on Stake represent the potential return for a specific match outcome, and they shift based on pre-match analysis or live developments. Several factors move the odds, including team form, individual player performance, hero picks and bans during the draft phase, roster changes, and the series format, best of one, three, or five. Tournament stage plays a role too: group stage odds often differ from playoff or Grand Final odds due to higher stakes and preparation time. Live odds adjust further based on gold lead, tower status, and Roshan control as a match unfolds.
Popular Dota 2 Betting Markets
Stake offers several Dota 2 betting markets covering match outcomes, individual maps, and match statistics.
| Betting Market | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Match Winner | Bet on which team wins the overall series | Team Spirit to beat Tundra Esports |
| Map Winner | Bet on the winner of a single map within a series | Team Liquid to win Map 1 |
| Series Handicap | Bet on a team winning by a set map margin | OG minus 1.5 maps |
| Map Handicap | Bet on a team overcoming a set kill or gold advantage within one map | BetBoom Team plus 4.5 kills |
| Total Maps | Bet on the total maps played, over or under a set line | Over 2.5 maps |
| Total Kills | Bet on the combined kill count of both teams, over or under a line | Under 45.5 kills |
| Correct Score | Bet on the exact series score | 2 to 1 for Natus Vincere |
| First Blood | Bet on which team secures the first kill of the match | Gaimin Gladiators for First Blood |
| Race to X Kills | Bet on which team reaches a set kill count first | Race to 10 kills |
| Tournament Winner | Bet on the outright champion of an event | PSG.LGD to win a DreamLeague season |
| Duration Over/Under | Bet on whether match length exceeds or falls under a set time | Over 35 minutes |
| First Tower Destroyed | Bet on which team destroys the first tower | Tundra Esports for First Tower |
FAQ
What does best of three (Bo3) mean in Dota 2 betting?
A best of three series ends once one team wins two maps, so match winner markets apply to the full series rather than a single map.
Can I bet on individual maps within a Dota 2 series?
Map winner and map handicap markets are listed separately from series-wide markets, letting you wager on single map outcomes.
What is Roshan and does it affect betting markets?
Roshan is a powerful neutral creature that grants gold, experience, and the Aegis item when killed. Live odds often shift after a Roshan kill due to the resulting advantage.
Which Dota 2 tournaments can I bet on?
You can bet on events such as The International, ESL One, DreamLeague, and PGL tournaments, alongside other listed regional fixtures.
Is live betting available for Dota 2 matches?
Live bets are available for Dota 2 matches as they happen, with odds updating based on gold difference, objectives taken, and map state.
What payment methods can Canada players use on Stake?
Stake supports cryptocurrency deposits such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin, along with other options listed at checkout.
Do hero bans affect Dota 2 betting odds?
Hero picks and bans shape team composition before a match starts, and pre-match odds often adjust once the draft phase reveals each team’s strategy.
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