The upcoming match between Tidebound and Gaimin Gladiators is set to take place on August 1, 2025, at 11:00 AM UTC. This best-of-3 series is part of the Clavision DOTA2 Masters 2025: Snow-Ruyi Playoffs, an S-tier tournament held in China. We have analyzed the statistics and the current form of the teams to make a prediction for the match outcome. Match Details

Current form of the teams

Tidebound

Tidebound is currently enjoying a strong run of form, boasting a 4-match win streak. They have shown a consistent performance with an overall win rate of 58% over the past year. Their recent half-year win rate stands at 56%, indicating a slight dip but still maintaining a solid performance. In terms of earnings, Tidebound has accumulated $285,000 over the last six months, placing them in the 10th position among their peers.

In their recent matches, Tidebound has been on a winning spree during the Clavision DOTA2 Masters 2025: Snow-Ruyi, securing victories against Gaimin Gladiators, BetBoom Team, Team Yandex, and Yakult’s Brothers. However, they did face a setback earlier in July against HEROIC in the FISSURE Universe: Episode 5, finishing 5th-6th.

Gaimin Gladiators

Gaimin Gladiators, on the other hand, have had a mixed bag of results. With a recent win streak of just one match, their overall win rate stands at 49% over the past year. Their performance has been slightly better in the recent half-year with a win rate of 51%, but it has dipped significantly in the last month to 38%. Despite this, Gaimin Gladiators have managed to earn $772,500 in the last six months, ranking them in the 7th position among other teams.

Their recent matches in the Clavision DOTA2 Masters 2025: Snow-Ruyi have seen them win against PARIVISION and Team Yandex, but they have also suffered losses against Tidebound and BetBoom Team.

Most Frequent Picks

In competitive Dota 2, the drafting phase plays a pivotal role in defining a team’s overall strategy. Hero selections are closely tied to the current meta, which dictates the pace of the game, shapes teamfight execution, influences map control, and guides the team’s strategic direction.

Tidebound

Gaimin Gladiators

Most Frequent Bans

Bans are just as impactful — teams often remove comfort picks or high-priority heroes to disrupt their opponents’ game plan. Meta-defining heroes are frequently banned in the early stages, and their absence can significantly alter the dynamics of an entire series.

Tidebound

Gaimin Gladiators

Head-to-Head

In their recent head-to-head encounters, Tidebound has had the upper hand against Gaimin Gladiators. Out of their last three meetings, Tidebound has won two, including the most recent one on July 30, 2025, where they secured a 2-1 victory. Gaimin Gladiators, however, managed to grab a win in their March 2025 encounter, showcasing their potential to challenge Tidebound.

Match Predicition

Considering recent form and tournament experience, Gaimin Gladiators are the favorites heading into this matchup with a predicted score of 2:0. Despite Tidebound's solid run, Gladiators have consistently outperformed top-tier teams and demonstrated superior coordination in high-pressure situations. Tidebound may pose a challenge, but their lack of experience against elite opposition could be a decisive factor. With a 65% win probability for Gaimin Gladiators, they are expected to take the series cleanly.

Prediction: Tidebound 0:2 Gaimin Gladiators

All odds are provided by the platform Stake and are current at the time of publication.     

Clavision DOTA2 Masters 2025: Snow-Ruyi takes place from July 28 to August 3 in China, featuring a prize pool of $700,000. You can follow the news, schedule, and results of the tournament via the link.