Disclaimer: Predictions are based on opinion and should not be construed as betting advice. Past performance does not guarantee future outcomes. Odds are accurate as of January 28, 2026, and can change at a moment’s notice.

BLAST Slam VI is the first major Dota 2 event of the year, featuring the world’s best teams competing for a $1 million prize pool. Considering Patch 7.40’s balance changes and the updated tournament format, expect nonstop action that keeps you on the edge of your seat.

In this guide, you’ll find our predictions for BLAST Slam VI, weighing several key factors to shape our power rankings and spotlight the teams best positioned to make a deep run.

BLAST Slam VI Power Rankings

Six of the 12 competing teams will survive the online stages (Group and Play-In) and punch their tickets to Malta to compete in the Playoffs at the BLAST Studios venue.

To create our BLAST Slam VI power rankings, we conducted diligent research across several factors, including roster changes, matchup histories, expected team and player form, as well as the latest Dota 2 betting odds.

The odds in these BLAST Slam VI betting predictions are presented in decimal format (Stake × Odds = Payout), with American odds and implied probability included for reference. Odds reflect a bookmaker’s confidence in an outcome, which helps determine power rankings. 

Team Falcons (#1)

The International 2025 (TI14) champions have not made any roster changes since the superteam was built on November 11, 2023.

With TI14 MVP, Stanislav “Malr1ne” Potorak in the midlane, and record-breaking coach Kurtis “Aui_2000” Ling as the strategic mastermind, Team Falcons is our top pick to claim the BLAST Slam VI trophy.

Following their TI14 win, Team Falcons also placed 2nd at BLAST Slam IV and won FISSURE Playground 2. 

At the most recent BLAST Slam V, Team Falcons placed 3rd, demonstrating consistent performance. With Ammar “ATF” Al-Assaf at the helm, who is arguably one of, if not the best, Dota 2 players at the start of 2026, the sky’s the limit.

Tournament outright odds of 3.50 (+250) put Team Falcons at the top of the pack, with an implied probability of 28.57% that they’ll add this trophy to their cabinet.

Tundra Esports (#2)

Since the inception of the BLAST Slam series, Tundra Esports has not missed one Grand Final.

The squad placed 2nd at the inaugural event and won the next four in a row. So, it’s really an exercise in futility to have Tundra Esports anywhere other than a top-two finish in our BLAST Slam VI power rankings.

There’s a 22.22% chance that Tundra Esports will become five-time back-to-back champions, as indicated by odds of 4.50 (+350). At BLAST Slam V, Tundra Esports swept Team Yandex under the rug with a 3–1 in the Grand Final, boasting a 15–1 record in the tournament.

MOUZ (#3)

The current MOUZ roster, created on September 20, has impressed us with its consistently strong performances, taking out favorites at multiple events. It is abundantly clear that the return of Yeik “MidOne” Nai Zheng has exceeded expectations.

MOUZ placed 5th–6th at FISSURE Playground 2, 3rd at BLAST Slam IV, and 4th at BLAST Slam V. They also won their first Tier 1 LAN trophy at PGL Wallachia Season 6, beating favorites Team Spirit with a score of 3–2 in a nailbiter of a Grand Final. 

Odds of 9.00 (+800) translate to an implied probability of 11.11% for MOUZ to win the tournament. So, you should consider MOUZ in a podium position as our bold BLAST Slam VI betting prediction.

Team Spirit (#4)

While the Esports World Cup 2025 champions, Team Spirit, underperformed at TI14, the players’ skill and experience continue to inspire confidence. 

After adding Nikita “panto” Balaganin on October 9, 2025, Team Spirit earned a 2nd place at PGL Wallachia Season 6 and placed 2nd at the final Tier 1 event of the year, DreamLeague Season 27.

Despite the lack of trophies in the past few months, the outright tournament odds of 4.00 (+300) indicate there’s a 25.00% chance that Team Spirit will win BLAST Slam VI. That’s the 2nd-highest of any team competing. 

However, we placed Team Spirit at #4 in our power rankings, as they are playing with a stand-in, Marat “Mirele” Gazetdinov, who is temporarily replacing Denis “Larl” Sigitov. 

Team Yandex (#5)

At the tail end of 2025, Team Yandex showed incredible form, solid tactics, and a hunger few others can match.

Rising to the challenge, the team impressed by clinching 3rd place at FISSURE Playground 2 and finishing as runners-up at BLAST Slam V. 

The most notable achievement, however, was winning DreamLeague Season 27, where they beat Team Spirit 3–1 in the Grand Final to close out the year in style.

Odds of 6.50 (+550) indicate there’s a 15.38% chance that Team Yandex could go all the way, starting the year with a Tier 1 tournament win.

Team Liquid (#6)

Team Liquid has come close to glory in a couple of post-TI14 events, placing 3rd at PGL Wallachia Season 6 and 4th at FISSURE Playground 2. 

With the retirement of Aydin “Insania” Sarkohi now in the rearview mirror, and former Gaimin Gladiators duo Erik “tOfu” Engel and Marcus “Ace” Hoelgaard acclimating well to the roster, Team Liquid is a strong contender to earn a spot in the Playoffs.

Odds of 11.00 (+1000) indicate there’s a 9.09% chance that Team Liquid could go all the way to lift the first big Dota 2 LAN trophy of 2026.

BLAST Slam VI Bottom Six Predictions

As the first Tier 1 event with a LAN stage, anything can happen at BLAST Slam VI. Underdogs could rise through the ranks, and multiple upsets might occur.

With that in mind, you can check out our power rankings for the bottom six teams in our BLAST Slam VI betting predictions below, along with their respective implied win probabilities based on the latest odds.

• Xtreme Gaming (#7) – 4.00%
• HEROIC (#8) – 2.86%
• NAVI (#9) – 2.86%
• OG (#10) – 1.54%
• GamerLegion (#11) – 1.25%
• REKONIX (#12) – 1.25%

FAQs

Who Are The Favorites To Win BLAST Slam VI?

Team Falcons are the favorites to win BLAST Slam VI, with odds of 3.50 (+250) indicating a 28.57% chance of success.

How Are These BLAST Slam VI Power Rankings Decided?

To create our BLAST Slam VI power rankings, we conducted diligent research on a myriad of factors, including but not limited to matchup histories, roster changes, and the outright odds from the best bookmakers.

Where Can I Watch The BLAST Slam VI?

You can watch all the Dota 2 action from BLAST Slam VI live via the tournament organizer’s Twitch, Youtube, and Kick channels. 

What Is The BLAST Slam VI Schedule?

BLAST Slam VI is scheduled to run from February 3–15, 2026. The Group Stage takes place from February 3–5, the Play-In Stage from February 6–8, and the Playoffs from February 13–15.

Who Are The BLAST Slam VI Underdogs?

GamerLegion and REKONIX are the underdogs of BLAST Slam VI, both with odds of 80.00 (+7900), indicating there’s a minuscule 1.25% chance they’ll win the tournament.

References

1. Team Spirit Dota 2 on X (X)
2. BLASTDota (Twitch)
3. BLAST Slam Dota 2 (YouTube)
4. BLASTDota Stream (Kick)