Dota 2 – Final TI 2024 Teams Locked In: Who Made the Cut?

The stage is officially set for The International 2024. After months of regional battles and seasonal performances, the final list of competing teams has been confirmed. A total of 16 teams will head to Copenhagen, Denmark, from September 4 to 15, where they’ll compete for the Aegis of Champions at the Royal Arena.

This year’s lineup includes a mix of dominant powerhouses and hungry underdogs, making TI13 one of the most unpredictable tournaments in recent years.

Direct Invites (Top 6 Teams)

Six teams secured their places through consistent top finishes across major events and Valve’s ranking criteria:

• Team Spirit – The reigning Eastern European juggernaut returns with high expectations.

• Xtreme Gaming – China’s most dominant team this year, entering TI in peak form.

• Team Falcons – A meteoric rise in 2024 sees them rewarded with a direct spot.

• Team Liquid – Still among Europe’s finest, with a wealth of LAN experience.

• Gaimin Gladiators – LAN finalists multiple times this year, solidifying their invite.

• BetBoom Team – A strong season in EEU earned them a secure place at TI.

Regional Qualifier Winners (10 Teams)

With the six invites locked early, the rest of the field had to fight their way through brutal regional qualifiers held in August. Here’s who made it:

Western Europe

• Cloud9 – The org’s return to Dota pays off with a strong qualifier run.

• Tundra Esports – The TI11 champs are back, this time through the hard way.

Eastern Europe

• 1win – Emerging as a surprise contender, outlasting veteran teams in EEU.

China

• Team Zero – One of the region’s rising stars, riding momentum from DPC success.

• G2.iG – A fresh look for Invictus Gaming under the G2 partnership banner.

Southeast Asia

• Talon Esports – A perennial SEA powerhouse making another TI run.

• Aurora – One of SEA’s most aggressive newcomers, punching above expectations.

North America

• nouns – NA’s last hope once again, consistent and well-practiced.

South America

• HEROIC – The new org on the block picks up a team and books a TI slot fast.

• beastcoast – LATAM’s most experienced TI squad returns to the spotlight.

What’s Next

The group stage will kick off in early September, followed by a double-elimination playoff bracket. With teams more evenly matched than ever, every series is expected to be fiercely contested.

From legends looking to reclaim glory to rookies making their debut on Dota’s biggest stage, TI 2024 promises unforgettable moments.