The BetBoom Streamers Battle 8 concluded with LenaGol0vach's team clinching the championship title in a nail-biting 3:2 grand final against Kirill "Cake" Zabrodin's roster. For their stellar performance, the winners secured a prize of 1.8 million roubles, while the runner-up team took home 900,000 roubles. The third place went to Dmitry "Korb3n" Belov's squad, solidifying their presence in this exciting show tournament.
Player Reactions and Highlights
LenaGol0vach, reflecting on the tournament, dismissed any allegations of imbalance or underhanded tactics, highlighting the fair competition and praising all teams for their efforts:
“There’s no conspiracy here. Everyone played well. Some rosters might have been weaker, but that’s not necessarily unfair—it’s just how they prepared or who they chose for their team.”
Former Team Spirit carry Ilya "Yatoro" Mulyarchuk, participating for fun in this casual tournament, emphasised the light-hearted nature of the event:
“It’s all about having fun. I’m not going full tryhard mode. The most important thing is for everyone to enjoy themselves. Winning is great, but not at the cost of tilts and nitpicking mistakes.”
Adding to the event’s entertainment value, content creator Rostislav "rostislav_999" Protasenya took cosplay to the next level, mimicking Yatoro's iconic look from The International 2021 playoffs, complete with a respirator mask and Team Spirit jersey. He even made a bold vow to shave his head for the "Dota gods" if his team made it to the grand finals—a testament to the fun and community spirit the tournament fostered.
Tournament Overview
The BetBoom Streamers Battle 8, held online from 16 to 24 November, featured an impressive 4 million rouble prize pool and brought together a mix of professional players and content creators. The tournament demonstrated not only the competitive edge of the teams but also the camaraderie and joy that Dota 2 continues to inspire among players and fans alike.