BLAST Slam 5 - Dota 2 Betting Odds, Tips & Live Stream Esports
Dota 2 is one of the most popular Esports in the world, and starting this November, fans will be able to follow the action of BLAST Slam 5 as the best teams go head-to-head. Get the latest Esports betting odds right here at Stake Sportsbook, and read on to discover more about this tournament.
Introduction to Dota 2 - BLAST Slam
Dota 2 is a Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) game, where two teams of 5 players compete to gain control of the battlefield. The game blends strategy and action, with each player taking control of a hero with unique abilities. Teammates work together to defeat their opponents and destroy the enemy’s base.
The BLAST Slam tournament is a Tier 1 event organised by BLAST, a Danish Esports company. It features 12 of the best teams in the world, competing across 4 stages for a chance to win a share of the $1 million prize pool.
History of BLAST Slam
BLAST was founded in 2016 and is best known for being one of the major tournament organisers for the Counter-Strike Esports scene. Although the company had previously only organised Counter-Strike tournaments, it launched its first Dota 2 tournament, the BLAST Bounty Hunt, in 2020. In 2024, the company announced a full expansion into the world of competitive Dota 2 with the introduction of the BLAST Slam series.
The First BLAST Slam got underway in November 2024, featuring 10 teams. From BLAST Slam 4 onwards, the event was expanded to include 12 teams, adding qualifiers for Europe, China, and Southeast Asia, while teams from the Americas receive an invite based on recent performances. In addition, these changes meant that a team from the host region would also receive an invite.
The inaugural BLAST Slam event was won by BetBoom Team, and since then, there have been 3 further events. Tundra Esports has the record for most wins, with 2 BLAST Slam titles.
When is BLAST Slam 5?
The BLAST Slam 5 tournament starts on 25 November. The playoffs will be held at the Wuliangye Culture and Sports Center in Chengdu, China.
Who is Playing in BLAST Slam 5
Xtreme Gaming - 3rd-4th at BLAST Slam 1 - 2nd at The International 2025
Team Falcons - 2nd at BLAST Slam 2 - 1st at The International 2025
Tundra Esports - 1st at BLAST Slam 2 and 3 - 7th-8th at The International 2025
Team Tidebound - 5th-6th BLAST Slam 3 - 7th-8th at The International 2025
Yakult Brothers - 5th-6th at BLAST Slam 2 - 9th-13th at The International 2025
Team Aureus - 9th-10th at BLAST Slam 4
Team Yandex - First appearance at BLAST Slam
HEROIC - 7th-8th at BLAST Slam 1 - 5th-6th at The International 2025
MOUZ - First appearance at BLAST Slam
Natus Vincere - 7th-8th at BLAST Slam 4 - 14th-15th at The International 2025
Tearlaments - First appearance at BLAST Slam
Execration - 11th-12th at BLAST Slam 4
Format and Schedule of BLAST Slam 5
Group Stage
The tournament begins with a group stage, with all 12 teams playing a round-robin group. All matches here are played to the best of 1, and the top 2 teams advance automatically to the semifinals of the playoffs. The 3rd to 8th place teams proceed to the play-in, while the 9th-12th place teams enter the last chance playoffs.
Last Chance Playoffs
This stage features the 4 teams that finish in 9th-12th during the group stage. 9th plays 12th and 10th plays 11th. Both matches are played to the best of 3 games. The winner of each match advances to the play-in, while the 2 losing teams are eliminated.
Play-In
8 teams enter the play-in for a chance to compete in the playoffs. Each team plays one match, which is a best-of-3 series. The winners of each match advance to the quarterfinals of the playoffs, while the losing teams are eliminated.
5-7 December - Playoffs
In December, the top teams in the tournament play through a single-elimination bracket. All matches are played to the best of 3 games, except for the Grand Final, which is a best-of-5 series.
How to Bet on BLAST Slam & Dota 2 Bet Types
To start betting on BLAST Slam, we recommend checking out our guides on how to bet on Esports and how to bet on Dota 2. You can also follow these steps:
Sign up or log in to your Stake.com account using your secure passkey .
Check you have enough funds, then search for Dota 2 or the team you want to bet on.
You can also use the menu to look up Esports > Dota 2 > International > BLAST Slam V to see all live and upcoming matches.
Select a match to see all betting markets and choose any to add to your bet slip.
Enter your stake and check your potential payout before confirming your bet.
There are lots of different ways to bet on Dota 2 at Stake, including:
Match Winner - Twoway (moneyline bet)
Map Winner - Twoway
Double Chance
Wins at Least One Map
Map betting
Totals (over/under)
Prop bets (First Blood, Player Duels, First Roshan)
BLAST Slam Betting Tips & Strategies
Learn more about the game before you bet - If you’re new to betting on Dota 2, it’s worth checking out guides and resources that will help you learn about hero drafting, abilities and strategies. You can also use our guide to MOBA betting and MOBA betting terminology guide for more information on how to bet on MOBA games. We’ve also written up our BLAST Slam 5 picks and predictions.
Watch matches - Another great way to learn about the game and study how the best teams operate is to watch matches. You can use our free live streaming service to enjoy the action from BLAST Slam 5, following the progress of each team as they progress through the tournament.
Check recent form - Most of the teams in the BLAST Slam 5 have recently played at BLAST Slam 4 or The International and PGL Wallachia seasons, so this gives you a great opportunity to check recent performances at major tournaments. Look at draft patterns and recent head-to-head match results too.
Live Betting & Streaming Options for BLAST Slam 5
Every Dota 2 BLAST Slam 5 match is available to bet on at Stake, with a wide range of betting options, including pre-match and live betting markets. To see the latest live odds, just log in and select the event while it’s in-play. You’ll also be able to watch the tournament as it happens thanks to our free live streams. Simply log in and select the live stream icon to enjoy the action live.
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