The International 2019

INFO	PRIZES
Start Date: Thursday, Aug 15, 2019 End Date: Sunday, Aug 25, 2019 Game: DOTA 2 Format: Group Stage: Best-of-Two, Round-Robin Playoffs: Best-of-Three, Double-Elimination Grand Finals: Best-of-Five	Champion: $14,914,128 2nd: $4,261,179 3rd: $2,950,048 4th: $1,966,698 5th-6th: $1,147,241 7th-8th: $819,458 9th-12th: $655,566 13th-16th: $491,674 17th-18th: $81,946

ABOUT

The International is an annual Dota 2 world championship. This year’s iteration not only marks its ninth edition, but also the much-awaited conclusion of the 2018-19 Dota Pro Circuit. It will feature 18 of the world’s best teams, fighting not only for the Aegis of Champions, but also for the biggest prize pool in the history of esports which currently stands at $29,000,000+.