After a rare week without Dota 2 tournaments, the competitive scene is reigniting with the arrival of BLAST Slam III. Hosted in Denmark, this high-stakes event gathers 10 world-class teams battling for a share of a $1 million prize pool. Organized by BLAST, this tournament marks a key moment in the 2025 esports calendar.
Tournament format and prize pool distribution
BLAST Slam III will kick off with two groups of five teams, where matches will be played in a Best-of-1 format. Based on standings, teams will then move to the King of the Hill-style Playoffs.
The better a team places in the Group Stage, the fewer matches they’ll need to reach the Grand Final. The Playoffs are single-elimination, with Best-of-3 matches leading up to a Best-of-5 Grand Final.
Champion reward: $300,000 for the team, plus $100,000 for the organization
Total prize pool: $1,000,000
Group stage and match schedule
The Group Stage takes place on May 6, featuring 10 teams in fast-paced, single-day action. All matches begin at 10:00 AM CEST, with two games played simultaneously to maximize coverage and viewer engagement.
Group Stage Highlights
10 elite teams from around the world
Two groups, five teams each
Best-of-1 round-robin matches
Single day of group play on May 6
Source: Liquipedia
Where to watch BLAST Slam III live
Fans can tune into the action through BLAST’s official Twitch and YouTube channels (rel=”nofollow”) for real-time coverage. With top-tier production and commentary, BLAST Slam III is shaping up to be one of the most exciting tournaments of the year.