The Battle in Bucharest Begins
The action has been relentless in PGL Wallachia Season 4, a premier Dota 2 showdown unfolding live from the PGL Studios in Bucharest, Romania. With a hefty $1,000,000 prize pool and 16 world-class teams vying for glory, this tournament has already delivered a buffet of upsets, stomps, and edge-of-your-seat thrillers.
Running from April 19 to April 27, the event features a modified Swiss-system group stage followed by a double-elimination playoff bracket. It’s a format that rewards consistency and punishes slip-ups, and after three intense rounds, the leaderboard is already lighting up with surprises.
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Flawless Starts and Rising Giants
Three teams have surged ahead of the competition with undefeated 3-0 records: Team Spirit, PARIVISION, and the unexpected yet dominant Team Falcons.
Team Spirit continues to look unstoppable, with victories over Shopify Rebellion, Team Tidebound, and Aurora Gaming. Their clean 6-0 map record cements their status as the tournament favorite.
PARIVISION, led by former VP core No[o]ne- and the ever-dangerous DM, is the dark horse making noise in a big way. Their sweep of Team Falcons in Round 3 turned heads and announced their intent to challenge the tier-one elite.
Team Falcons, meanwhile, started strong with back-to-back wins over Talon and Team Liquid butfaltered against PARIVISION in their third match. Still, a 2-1 record with standout performances from ATF and Cr1t- keeps them firmly in contention.
Climbers, Comebacks, and Collapse
Several teams are clawing their way back into the fight after shaky starts. BetBoom Team and Tundra Esports are both at 2-1, with BetBoom delivering a dominant 2-0 win over Edge and Tundra pulling out a clutch series against Shopify Rebellion.
On the flip side, teams like Talon Esports, HEROIC, and AVULUS are on life support. Talon’s 0-3 record is the most shocking of all, especially given the experience of Kuku, Mikoto, and Natsumi. Their loss to NAVI Junior in Round 3 may have been the nail in the coffin.
Talon will need to win out to survive. The same goes for HEROIC and AVULUS, both sitting at 0-2 but showing flashes of potential in recent matches.
What’s at Stake: The Road to $300K
With only two rounds left in the group stage, every game is now a must-win for teams on the bubble. The top eight teams will move forward to the playoffs beginning April 24, where the pressure ramps up even more in a double-elimination format.
At the top of the mountain lies a $300,000 prize for first place, along with prestige, DPC points (in spirit), and a major psychological edge going into the next big event.
The prize pool breakdown is as follows:
- 🥇 1st Place: $300,000
- 🥈 2nd Place: $175,000
- 🥉 3rd Place: $120,000
- 4th Place: $80,000
- 5th–16th: Split the remaining $325,000
Expect drama, last-ditch heroics, and some heart-wrenching eliminations in the coming rounds. If the first three days were any indication, PGL Wallachia Season 4 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting Dota 2 tournaments of 2025.
For full standings, upcoming matches, and live coverage, keep an eye on the official PGL broadcast and follow your favorite teams as the journey continues. This is Dota 2 at its most unpredictable — and most exhilarating.
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FAQs
Q: What is the format of PGL Wallachia Season 4?
A: The event features a 16-team modified Swiss-system group stage (April 19–23), followed by a double-elimination playoff (April 24–27). All matches are Bo3 except for the Grand Final, which is Bo5.
Q: Where is the tournament being held?
A: PGL Wallachia Season 4 is hosted offline at the PGL Studio in Bucharest, Romania.
Q: Which teams are currently undefeated?
A: Team Spirit and PARIVISION both hold 3-0 records. Team Falcons also started strong but now sit at 2-1 after falling to PARIVISION.
Q: What is the prize pool?
A: The total prize pool is $1,000,000 USD, with $300,000 awarded to the first-place team.
Q: Which teams are in danger of elimination?
A: Talon Esports, HEROIC, and AVULUS are currently at the bottom with winless records and must win their remaining matches to have any chance of advancing.
Q: How many teams advance to the playoffs?
A: Only the top eight teams from the group stage will make it to the playoffs.
