A Natus Vincere manager commented on the announcement of the ESL Dota 2 tournament calendar
Natus Vincere manager Zhanna “Ryzhaya” Batkovna shared her thoughts on the ESL tournament schedule for 2026–2027.
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ESL’s announcement for the new season
Pros:
- Yay, the Sheikhs aren’t leaving
- The second division has its own league
- This will resolve the visa issue for certain countries
Cons:
- Only one LAN event; the rest are online—it’s got that COVID vibe
- The prize pool is smaller
Not-so-obvious conclusion:
- PGL’s influence is growing, and the balance of power among tournament operators is shifting
Earlier, the tournament operator published details about upcoming tournaments. In the 2027/28 season, ESL will host four major championships, including one in Europe. The organizers also intend to continue hosting events for the second division of the professional scene.
Photo: Natus Vincere.
