The International 2026 Southeast Asia Closed Qualifier Guide
As one of the final Closed Qualifiers for The International 2026, eyes are on the Southeast Asia regional events. The winner will grab one of the last remaining spots at The International 2026, joining the direct invites and the other Dota 2 esports teams that qualified. Let’s take a look at the most important details so you don’t miss out on the action.
Important SEA Closed Qualifier details
There’s only one spot up for grabs at the Southeast Asia Closed Qualifier for The International 2026. A total of 10 teams will compete, with four receiving direct invites and the other six who clawed their way through the grueling Closed Qualifiers.
The tournament takes place from 19 to 23 June 2025. It’s an online event from PGL, taking place on the Southeast Asia servers. Teams will fight their way through a double-elimination bracket, with the Grand Final BO5 and all other matches BO3.
| Team | Qualification Method |
| REKONIX | Direct Invite |
| OG | Direct Invite |
| Execration | Direct Invite |
| GLYPH | Direct Invite |
| Carstensz | Open Qualifier #1 |
| Yangon Galacticos | Open Qualifier #1 |
| Grind Back | Open Qualifier #1 |
| Direborn | Open Qualifier #2 |
| Mentality Monster | Open Qualifier #2 |
| InterActive Philippines | Open Qualifier #2 |
The tournament is hosted by organizer PGL. English-language viewers, therefore, can easily tune in to the PGL_Dota2 Twitch channel or the PGL YouTube channel to watch all the matches unfold live.
Stay tuned as we’ll bring you results and coverage of the biggest Dota 2 events leading up to The International 2026 and beyond! Yes, we’ll review each regional Closed Qualifier until we have all 16 teams competing for the Aegis of Champions.
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