The International Group Stage Phase 2 Betting: Odds & Predictions
Published: Oct 14, 2023 - Last Updated: Aug 2, 2024
Following a thrilling Phase One, we’re ready to discuss the next stage in The International Group Stage betting. On this page, find matches previews and predictions for the following matches in Phase 2 of the Group Stage.
- TSM vs Virtus.pro
- BetBoom Team vs 9Pandas
- Entity vs Azure Ray
- Gaimin Gladiators vs Talon Esports
We’ll be checking out odds as made available by Thunderpick – learn more about this cryptocurrency betting site via our Thunderpick review.
Best Sites to Bet on the TI Group Stage Matches
These are the best sites for Dota 2 The International betting:
TSM vs Virtus.pro
- Schedule: 14/10 – 22:00 CEST
So far at The International, TSM has performed rather surprisingly in their Dota 2 TI schedule of matches, managing to secure a second-place finish in Group D. Nobody expected this from an NA team apart from Shopify Rebellion.
On the other hand, Virtus.pro are yet to win a series yet, managing to squeak by with three draws in Group C.
Considering their performances at the event so far, TSM are favoured to edge out Virtus.pro here.
- Predictions: TSM (2-1) Virtus.pro
- Odds: TSM Outright Win (-154), Virtus.pro Outright Win (+110),
- Betting Site: Thunderpick
BetBoom Team vs 9Pandas
- Schedule: 15/10 – 22:00 CEST
Prior to TI, BetBoom Team were peaking at the right time thanks to a strong performance at DreamLeague Season 21.
Moreover, they carried that performance to finish second in Group B and look favoured in the Dota 2 TI brackets.
Meanwhile, although 9Pandas have consistently competed internationally as a top EEU team, their poor form in the past month is hard to ignore.
Accordingly, BetBoom will likely win this with confidence.
- Predictions: BetBoom Team (2-0) 9Pandas
- Odds: BetBoom Team Outright Win (-250), 9Pandas Outright Win (+170),
- Betting Site: Thunderpick
Entity vs Azure Ray
- Schedule: 16/10 – 04:00 CEST
Dota TI esports betting sites are having a tough time picking a winner between the Dota 2 TI teams of Entity and Azure Ray.
That’s because both Entity and Azure Ray performed identically in Phase One, with a 1-2-1 record.
At this point, the odds are even between the teams. If we had to pick one, we’d have to side with Entity thanks to their recent 5-6th finish at DreamLeague Season 21.
Meanwhile, Azure Ray don’t have much experience to show for in this tight match.
- Predictions: Entity (2-1) Azure Ray
- Odds: Entity Outright Win (-122), Azure Ray Outright Win (-114)
- Betting Site: Thunderpick
Gaimin Gladiators vs Talon Esports
- Schedule: 15/10 – 04:00 CEST
There were doubts over Gaimin Gladiators at this event – would they remain dominant on the TI standings?
Over in Group C, they managed to place second, with a surprising loss to LGD Gaming.
However, they look strong enough to be favoured against Talon Esports. All season long and at this event, Gaimin Gladiators is favoured in this match-up.
- Predictions: Gaimin Gladiators (2-0) Talon Esports
- Odds: Gaimin Gladiators Outright Win (-357), Talon Esports Outright Win (+230)
- Betting Site: Thunderpick
The International Group Stage – Format
Following an electric Group Stage Phase One, the top 4 teams from each Group have earned their spot in Group Stage Phase Two.
So far, four teams have been eliminated after placing fifth in their groups – Team SMG, Thunder Awaken and PSG Quest.
Seeding into Phase Two involves the top two teams in each group matched with opponents from the 3rd/4th placed teams from the opposing group.
Bearing this in mind, here’s a look at the Phase Two Matches incoming together with some Dota 2 TI betting odds:
14th October
- Team Spirit vs Shopify Rebellion (19:00 CEST)
- TSM vs Virtus.pro (22:00 CEST)
15th October
- Team Liquid vs Evil Geniuses (01:00 CEST)
- Gaimin Gladiators vs Talon Esports (04:00 CEST)
- LGD Gaming vs Keyd Stars (19:00 CEST)
- BetBoom Team vs 9Pandas (22:00 CEST)
16th October
- Tundra Esports vs nouns (01:00 CEST)
- Entity vs Azure Ray (04:00 CEST)
Each BO3 match will determine the main bracket placement.
