What to Bet on July 13 in Dota 2? Top 4 Insider Picks Known Only to Pros

On July 13, the decisive matches of the second round of the Elimination Phase will take place at the Esports World Cup 2025 for Dota 2. Winners will secure spots in the playoffs, while losers will exit the tournament. All matches are held in a Bo3 format at the STC Esports Arena in Riyadh. Here are four predictions for the upcoming matches based on team form and odds from Stake.

PARIVISION will defeat Xtreme Gaming (odds 1.35)
PARIVISION confidently passed the first round, showcasing stable drafts and excellent in-game execution. The team adapts well during the series and avoids common late-stage mistakes. Xtreme Gaming is not in the best form—they passed Execration , but without dominance. Facing PARIVISION will require their utmost effort, and even that might not be enough.

Gaimin Gladiators will beat Team Yandex (odds 1.28)
GG is one of the most consistent teams this season, with macro play and cohesion that noticeably surpass the level of the newcomers from Team Yandex . Despite the fighting spirit of "Yandex," a victory over Shopify does not guarantee competitiveness against Gaimin. Prediction: a confident win for the favorite at least 2:0.

Tundra Esports should overcome Talon Esports (odds 1.28)
Tundra displayed quality Dota during the group stage, losing only to Aurora in a tense series. In the match against Talon, the team will again be the favorite—thanks to their deep hero pool and strong offlane duo. Talon had an unstable phase and frequently made mistakes in lanes and positioning. If Tundra maintains their current form, the series should end in their favor.

Team Falcons are stronger than Natus Vincere (odds 1.42)
NaVi passed Virtus.Pro and showed decent gameplay, but now they face Falcons—a team with higher individual skill and experience in major events. Falcons will dominate in drafts and map initiatives. If NaVi doesn't surprise with an unconventional approach, their chances are minimal.