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Is MMR a true metric for a Dota 2 pro player?Dota 2 is filled with star players who all have high Matchmaking Rating (MMR). However, many have questioned if MMR is the proper way to gauge pro players. There are so many talented players but they have struggled to establish themselves in the pro scene.

Betting on the big leagues: Dota 2 bettingDota 2 is one of the best eSports games that the world has ever seen in years. Aside from being a strategy game, the Valve product has proved itself as one of the leading games in the industry. This is the main reason why betting on Dota 2 games and players have also spiked.

Why Team Secret thrives in new DPC systemTeam Secret shows their grit as they continue to put a statement run in the Dota Pro Circuit with a string of wins. The squad proves their point as one of the best clubs in the DPC and it looks like they can continue to shine bright despite the harsh systems in the current tournament.

Valve and PGL announce the first Major of 2021With their partnership, Valve and PGL Esports have made a decision to host their first Dota Pro Circuit Major in Singapore. This is the first Major after a year. It is a big deal for the Dota 2 scene as they had long stretches of time where online events were not even held in 2020.

How BOOM Esports found a better paceBOOM Esports continues to push their pace in the 2021 Dota Pro Circuit as they look to push their chance ahead of their match against TNC Predator. The team is clicking well to start off the year and they can keep the hot run going with a strong confidence level in their next games.

Forev takes break in Dota 2Team HOYO gets a blow to their roster as Lee ‘Forev’ Sang-don claimed that he will be taking a break from the game for the time being due to personal reasons. The Dota Pro Circuit is already underway, and this affects the team’s chances in the coming games as well.

Dota 2 is set to adopt CSGO's Overwatch systemIn CS:GO, players have the Overwatch system to rely on when there are suspected cheaters in the game. Valve is looking to use this for Dota 2 as well. This will negate users who use cheats and exploit the game’s mechanics.

5up leaves B8 ahead of Dota Pro CircuitB8 is one of the biggest teams that are expected to make a run at the Dota Pro Circuit, but it seems that the team must deal with a big blow first. Enis ‘5up’ Elfki has left the team ahead of the regional leagues which is a very alarming issue for the team to deal with.

Why N0tail is confident with OG's chancesJohan ‘N0tail’ Sundstein is one of the best players in Dota 2, and there is no reason why he cannot make big claims in the game. His belief in OG’s ability to win big games is one of the many reasons why the team is a successful franchise in the European region.

Sccc leaves EHOME due to personal reasonsAfter leaving Team Aster in September 2020, Song ‘Sccc’ Chun decided to join EHOME. However, he has decided to leave the team after just five months. HIs departure from the team was a mutual decision between the two parties.

Top Dota 2 heroes for newbiesJumping in and joining the hype of Dota 2 means that players will have to learn how to use items and even play many heroes in the game. While there are many heroes to choose from, players must pick the right one so they can thrive.

Playing support in Dota 2Dota 2 is a team game which sees players take on different roles to help their squad make the most kills and destroy the opposing Ancients on either the Radiant or Dire side. Playing support is one of the best roles that players need to learn.

Why using wards can win games in Dota 2Dota 2 is a game that needs many skills especially in clicking and managing items and resources. Also, learning to be tactful and creative with some key items such as wards will help win a game. So far, there are many ways to get busy with wards to help win the game.

How Fnatic can surge back into the top 10Fnatic saw tough stretches in the 2020 Dota season. They had few chances to play games and it took away some of their strong practice. With the Dota Pro Circuit now back in play, Fnatic sees a strong push for their hopes of winning big in the 2021 season.

Can Outworld Destroyer be used as a support hero?The 7.28b update came up with a lot of changes for most heroes, but it seems that Outworld Destroyer took a big upgrade in terms of buffs and base stats. This makes the hero a very great pick for most players who are looking to play the support role in the game’s big tournaments.

How ppd can help Sadboys in Dota Pro CircuitAfter stepping out of the game back in April 2021, Peter ‘ppd’ Dager is back for more Dota 2 action. With his expertise, Sadboys are expected to make a big run in the Dota Pro Circuit and win many games in ppd’s lead in the 2021 Dota 2 season.

Team SMG’s chances in entering Pro CircuitHeading into a bright year in 2021, Team SMG (Still Moving Under Gunfire) is hoping to deliver a fine run in their Dota 2 season with the goal of entering the Pro Circuit. It seems that there are a lot of challenges waiting ahead for the team if they are hoping to close out a big win soon.

EG's Arteezy talks about the captains he has played underArtour ‘Arteezy’ Babaev is a player who has played under multiple world-class captains including Peter ‘ppd’ Dager, Clement ‘Puppey’ Ivanov and currently Tal ‘Fly’ Aizik. The Evil Geniuses hard carry talked about how each captain varied in their style of leadership.

Virtus.Pro beats OG to become champions of EPIC LeagueVirtus.Pro’s relatively new squad has burst out of the gate with a big tournament victory over the two-time defending The International champions OG. The new squad was once known as Virtus.Pro Prodigy but they were called up to the senior squad in November 2020.

Just Error squad wants to sign for a big organizationPotential powerhouse squad Just Error is looking to find their footing in Europe. To reach their goal, they want to find an organization that can sign them. They already have the talent but having an organization backing them can help them immensely.