DOTA 2 BETTING

If you’re looking for the best DotA2 odds and more info on how to get started on DotA 2 betting, you’ve come to the right place! Defense of the Ancients 2 is the pinnacle of professional esports gaming, alongside games like Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, League of Legends and Rainbow Six Siege. Defense of the Ancients 2 — or DotA 2 — is a multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) published by Valve. The game’s lead developer, IceFrog, is the mastermind behind the original Defense of the Ancients mod for Blizzard’s Warcraft III — a mod that serves as the blueprint for MOBAs to this day. The first MOBA mod was a fan-made custom map for StarCraft in 1998, but it wasn’t until IceFrog’s 2003 DotA mod that MOBAs started drawing in millions of players internationally.

DotA 2 is all about strategy, lightning-fast reactions and teamwork; two teams of five defend opposing sides of the Defense of the Ancients map — Radiant and Dire — and strive to outmanoeuvre their opponents in securing objectives, takedowns and map control. The game’s objective is simple: breach enemy defences and bring down their Ancient, an integral structure at the centre of the enemy base.

DOTA 2 TOURNAMENTS

Players must coordinate every move as a team and seek opportunities to gain an advantage over the opponent. Professional DotA 2 players dedicate years of their lives to practice, perfecting their reaction time and precision. At the highest level, the game is played in massive international tournaments on the world's biggest esports arenas. If you’re interested in DotA 2 betting, there a few events that you should keep your eyes on:

• EPICENTER — The EPICENTER Major is part of the Dota Pro Circuit. Teams compete for a share of the $1,000,000 prize pool and 15,000 Pro Circuit points.
• ESL One — The ESL One tournament is organised by the Electronic Sports League, bringing together the biggest esports, Dota 2, Counter Strike: Global Offensive and Battlefield 4, in one extraordinary event. Tournaments are played across the world, and in 2018 ESL One reached Major status in Valve’s competitive season.
• One Esports — The One Esports DotA 2 World Pro Invitational, held in the Singapore Indoor Stadium, brings together 12 of the world’s best DotA 2 teams to compete for a prize pool of $500,000.
• DreamLeague — The ASUS ROG DreamLeague is a new league by DreamHack and ASUS ROG, as well as Roccat, TheGDStudio and Swedish TV channel TV6. The league was created with the aim of becoming the most prestigious DotA 2 league in Europe and North America. The event is usually held during winter and offers $1,000,000 and 15,000 DotA 2 Pro Circuit points up for grabs.
• DOTA Summit — The DOTA Summit (previously known as The Summit) is a smaller event organised by Beyond The Summit, which spans Europe, CIS, Southeast Asia and the Americas. In 2021, all Summit tournaments will be held online.
• DotA 2 International — The Championship circuit culminates in the biggest and most explosive competitive event of the year — the DotA 2 International. This tournament breaks record after record for the largest esports prize pools, currently at over $40,000,000 for 2021.

The 2021 season takes new shape, as teams compete in regional leagues and tournaments on the DOtA Pro Circuit, including two regional leagues across six regions and two Majors that offer DotA Pro Circuit points. Points are awarded to the top six teams playing in the upper division of the regional leagues and the top eight in the Majors. At the end of the season, the twelve teams with the highest point totals receive direct invites to The International. Other invited teams will be determined by regional qualifiers, with one spot available in every region.

DOTA 2 ODDS

When you’re ready to place your first DotA 2 bet, head to the ‘Esports’ hub at the LV BET Sportsbook to view upcoming matches with comprehensive betting markets and unbeatable DotA 2 odds. Make your selections, process the betslip and watch the match live to see how the action unfolds!

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DOTA 2 BETTING TIPS

Before you get started and make your first DotA 2 wager, have a look at a few tips that will help you make the most of every betting opportunity.

• Manage Your Bankroll — Any punter will know that the key to responsible gambling is managing your bankroll. Establish an entertainment budget and never wager more than you can afford to lose. If you’re new to esports betting, we recommend starting slow and avoiding high-risk markets.
• Do The Research — Take the time to learn as much as you can about the game, professional teams and performance history. In DotA 2, every decision is calculated; there’s a time and place for every move. Understanding when players push for objectives and takedowns will help you make more accurate predictions on DotA 2 betting markets.
• Follow The Gameplay — Even if you’re a skilled DotA 2 player and avid fan, you’ll know that the best of the best play on another level. Follow pro players on Twitch or YouTube, and dedicate some time to watching vods of previous tournaments. When you fill your betslip for an upcoming tournament, make sure to tune in and watch the gameplay live! Most Sportsbooks open special in-play markets with odds adjusted on the fly. If you’re watching the action unfold in real time, you will be better equipped to capitalise on unique betting opportunities.
• Consider Sportsbook Bonuses — If you’re eligible to claim a Sportsbook bonus, like an odds or Acca boost, consider claiming the offer(s) to help you make the most of every wager. Visit the ‘Promotions’ page at LV BET to see which Sportsbook bonuses you can benefit from. Make sure to read through the offer’s Terms and Conditions before claiming your bonus.

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