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The International 2026 (TI15)

The International 2026 (TI15): dates, format, teams and how to watch. Dota 2 event run by Valve, Aug 13–23, 2026, Shanghai, China.

CompletedAug 13–23, 2026
  • GameDota 2
  • DatesAug 13–23, 2026
  • WhereShanghai, China
  • VenueSPD Bank Oriental Sports Center (main event Aug 20-23)
  • OrganizerValve
  • Prize poolCrowdfunded total kept growing after the final; Valve's recap does not state a final figure. Check the in-client total before quoting.
  • StatusCompleted

Checked October 14, 2026. Dates, formats and prize pools from the organizer.

Result

Champion: Team Spirit (beat Team Vision 3-2 in the grand final). Spirit became the first three-time TI winner; roster Yatoro, Larl, Collapse, not_me, rue.

Format

16 teams; Swiss group stage Aug 13-16 (Bo3, 4 wins in, 4 losses out, then elimination round); 8-team double-elimination main event Aug 20-23; Bo5 grand final.

How to watch

  • Steam (in-client broadcasts)
  • Twitch and YouTube: Dota 2 official channels (EN, CN, RU and more)

Good to know

Valve announcement 'The International 2026 Grand Champions', Aug 27, 2026. 15th anniversary edition of TI.

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