Only one day remains before the playoffs of The International 2025, and the tournament organizers have released the latest results of the fan vote for favorite teams. This time, the audience's preferences are much clearer, with a definite favorite emerging.

Xtreme Gaming's Absolute Leadership

With an impressive 50.22% of the votes, the Chinese team Xtreme Gaming has confidently secured the top spot in the fan favorite rankings. The team completed the group stage undefeated and now enters the playoffs as the favorite, both statistically and in the eyes of the fans.

In second place is Nigma Galaxy (15.30%), followed by Team Falcons (15.18%), who have maintained their positions. The top 8 also includes PARIVISION (7.00%), Tidebound (3.66%), Tundra (3.27%), HEROIC (2.79%), and Betboom Team (2.60%).

Interestingly, Xtreme Gaming climbed five positions compared to the previous poll. Tidebound and Nigma also improved by +3, while Falcons and PVISION held their ground. Three teams—Tundra, HEROIC, and BB Team—made their debut in the rankings and immediately entered the top 8.

The International 2025 takes place from September 4 to 15. Teams are competing for the Aegis of Champions and a prize pool of $1,600,000 plus a portion of the compendium funds. Follow the results, match schedule, and news at this link.