Top 10 Most Popular Dota 2 Streamers in 2025

Dota 2 is one of the most popular games — or rather, esports disciplines — in the world. Its audience includes millions of players from different countries. Some play for fun, while others strive for mastery, constantly improving their skills and participating in events.

Among this vast audience are people who not only play or compete professionally but also stream their gameplay.

YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, or other major platforms — the choice doesn’t matter much. What matters is that these players influence the community and can promote its ideas, sometimes even reaching the developers.

The purpose of streaming is always the same — to showcase skills, interact with the audience, and monetize their passion through donations or streaming platform rewards.

Today, we’ll take a look at the top Dota 2 streamers — those who have a massive following on Twitch. Meet the top ten leaders in the scene.

10th Place – Ybicanoooobov

Dota 2 streamers from Russia, like Fedor Yurchenko, often attract large communities around their Twitch profiles — and some of them do so quite deservedly. Ybicanoooobov has been in the Dota scene since 2014, actively streams the game, and participates in high-level tournaments, including the BetBoom Streamers Battle 9 as part of team FEDERALNAYA. With an MMR of around 8000, his skill level is undeniably high.

The audience is especially drawn to his streams because of his unusual in-game commentary — a mix of prison slang and gamer talk. For example:
“We dropped the laser. Launched some rockets. Sent the boys in. Now back to the fountain to heal. Really weak guys today. Just really, really weak.”

At the time of publishing, he had about 678,481 followers on Twitch, with an average of around 3,000 viewers per stream.

9th Place – LenaGol0vach

Dota streamers are often naturally toxic and harsh — and Sergey Karnaukhov from Russia is no exception. He began his streaming career back in 2016 with Hearthstone, where he managed to reach the “Legend” rank. However, after a series of updates that turned him off the game, he switched to Dota 2 and has remained there ever since.

He’s known for his unusual sense of humor, relatively emotional streams, the signature phrase “ДАУБИ,” and ambitions that ultimately never came to life.

At one point, he played for Golovach Team and participated in BetBoom Streamers Battle tournaments. He is frequently accused of account boosting, as his current MMR hovers around 2800, while his peak once reached 4300.

Despite regularly criticizing both the community and the game itself, he has over 700,000 followers on Twitch and around 10,000 regular viewers per stream.

8th Place – Gorgc

A Dota 2 streamer with a solid reputation in the community. Originally from Sweden, Janne Stefanovski has played for teams like Memento Mori, Horde, Bald, and is currently part of Team Bald Reborn.

Since 2015, Janne has consistently demonstrated a strong level of play. In both 2020 and 2024, he acted as a streamer for OG, earning recognition as a knowledgeable Dota 2 expert.

He streams on Twitch, and his content resonates with viewers thanks to his aggressive playstyle and deep analysis of every match — even as he’s playing. He maintains a win rate of around 51.47%, often plays as a carry, and favors heroes like Juggernaut, Lifestealer, and Necrophos.

Currently, he has 755,906 followers on Twitch and averages about 10,000 viewers per stream.

7th Place – just_ns

Dota 2 streamers from Russia, like Yaroslav Vladimirovich Kuznetsov, often climb the rankings thanks to a large local fanbase. But what does the resume show? His competitive background is extensive: he played for SAY_PLZ, Virtus.pro, Rush3D, Aeon.ru, RoX.KIS, DTS, Garaj Gaming, and Moscow Five.

His most notable achievements include:

• 10-time ASUS Open champion,

• 4-time MYM Prime Defending champion,

• Silver medalist at ESWC 2010,

• 5th place at The International 2011 with Moscow Five.

Beyond streaming matches, he's also known for his analytical skills — having served as an analyst and commentator at over 20 major tournaments — and for attending the Next World Forum conference in Riyadh.

As of publication, he has around 773,918 Twitch followers and averages about 10,000 concurrent viewers per stream.

6th Place – Arteezy

A popular streamer originally from Uzbekistan, Artour Babaev became a professional player back in 2013, making his mark with Speed Gaming by defeating Team DK at MLG Columbus.

In 2014, he joined Evil Geniuses and placed in the top 3 at The International 2014. He later alternated between Evil Geniuses and Team Secret, consistently showcasing a high level of skill and gameplay. In 2022, he moved to Shopify Rebellion, with which he had an underwhelming run at The International 2023.

In 2016, Arteezy became the second player in history to reach 9000 MMR. Known for his aggressive playstyle and top-tier mechanical skills, he typically plays carry and favors heroes like Shadow Fiend, Nature's Prophet, Morphling, Naga Siren, and Invoker.

As of the time of writing, he has 839,232 followers on Twitch and a steady stream viewership of around 8,000 people.

5th Place – ALOHADANCETV

Top Dota 2 streamers often have exceptional skill and a strong reputation in the community — and Ilya Korobkin is no exception. Hailing from Ukraine, he’s a seasoned gamer who played for some of the best teams in the world. Notable teams in his career include:

• Flip.Sid3.ru

• AlbumS

• HellRaisers

• Team Empire

• Virtus.pro

• F.R.I.E.N.D.S

• Vega Squadron

• HellRaisers

• Winstrike Team

• FlyToMoon

• Natus Vincere

Since 2022, he has stepped away from the pro scene and now plays for fun. He was recognized for his strong performances at The International 2015, Dota Pit League, and StarLadder.

Known for his aggressive yet creative support playstyle, ALOHADANCETV currently has 861,828 followers on Twitch and an average stream viewership of around 2,000. Recently, he’s also begun exploring other game titles, mixing them into his Dota streams.

4th Place – brtt

Popular streamers like Felipe Gonçalves da Rocha from Brazil attract thousands of viewers during Let's Plays and have massive followings. Deserved? Probably yes.

He began his professional career in League of Legends in 2012, playing for teams such as paiN Gaming, RED Canids, Flamengo eSports, and LOS. He represented Brazil at the Mid-Season Invitational and World Championship, won first place at CBLOL 2021 Split 1, third place at CBLOL 2021 Split 2, and participated in MSI 2021.

Although he skipped a career in Dota 2, considering the title unprofitable, Felipe still frequently streams his Dota matches on Twitch. In addition to gaming, he is known for his clothing brand Rexpeita and his appearance in a music video by rapper Alva.

At the time of publication, he has 998,088 followers on Twitch and an average stream viewership of around 1,000.

3rd Place – Dendi

The best Dota 2 streamers are often professionals with a solid competitive history and participation in prestigious tournaments. One of them is Danylo Oleksandrovych Ishutin — another Ukrainian who lives and breathes Dota.

His streaming career began back in 2006 with the original DotA. He spent two years playing for WG and Kingsurf.int, and from 2008 joined DTS Gaming, securing second place at ESWC 2010 — all before the game became an esports icon.

From 2010, Ishutin became a star of Natus Vincere (Na'Vi), reaching incredible heights:

• Winner of The International 2011 — the first TI champion in history.

• Silver medalist at TI2 and TI3 — a unique achievement: three consecutive finals.

• Participated in six consecutive TIs under one tag — a record in Dota 2 history.

He also starred in Valve’s documentary Free to Play, where he shared his journey to victory at TI1.

Since 2020, he has been the founder and captain of B8 Esports, reached 10,000 MMR in 2023, and became a 7-time StarLadder winner and 2-time ESWC champion.

At the time of publication, he has 1,066,473 followers on Twitch and an average viewership of around 1,000 on his streams.

2nd Place – rostislav_999

Rostislav Protasenya is a Belarusian streamer and semi-professional Dota 2 player. Over the course of his career, he has reached over 11,000 MMR but has also been involved in several controversies related to account boosting and smurfing.

Nevertheless, he displays a high level of gameplay, backed by a 60% win rate in professional matches. He has previously played for teams such as TEAM Rostik and Mopsiki. Currently, he plays for Team Golovach, whose leader lags far behind both in terms of skill and popularity.

He mainly plays Void Spirit, Sand King, Vengeful Spirit, Timbersaw, and Pangolier — which reflects strong mechanical proficiency. He prefers an aggressive playstyle and fast-paced tactics based on constant action.

At the time of publication, he has 1,244,065 followers on Twitch and an average viewership of around 10,000 per stream.

1st Place – Stray228

Interested in Russian-speaking Dota 2 streamers? Oleg Bocharov is one of them. He’s one of the Dota pioneers — those who used to spend hours in internet cafés during the 2000s and early 2010s, playing DotA on the Warcraft III map.

He started out by boosting friends' accounts and streaming just for them, but over time his audience grew into a massive fanbase — both from Russia and abroad. Even with a 42% win rate, he won over viewers with his charismatic commentary and dynamic gameplay. He has played for teams like PGG+4, STRAY, and Budka.

His media persona and vibrant content delivery resonate with the audience. Although Bocharov isn’t a professional player, he’s widely regarded as a local icon in the Dota 2 community.

Despite lacking major professional achievements, he is frequently invited as a commentator for regional tournaments, where he provides game analysis.

In terms of popularity, he rightfully holds the top spot with 1,708,092 followers on Twitch. His streams attract an average of around 8,000 viewers.

Let’s not forget those who rarely play but draw massive audiences

Dota 2 streamers aren't necessarily pro players or esports celebrities. In fact, many of them just dive into Dota for fun — and still pull in huge viewership with each stream. Some of these iconic personalities include:

• xQc – a classic Overwatch streamer with a massive audience. Launched Dota 2 just for fun, triggering a wave of memes from the community — and rightfully so.

• Forsen – the legendary Forsen vs xQc meme war began after his casual Dota stream. Same level of hype, tons of chat reactions.

• Disguised Toast – also jumped into Dota for fun, but the move boosted his peak viewership significantly. No real in-game achievements, but fans loved it.

• lilypichu – a millionaire content creator whose Dota streams are surprisingly beloved. The community praises her unique game vibe.

• Boxbox – a hardcore LoL player who occasionally streams Dota Auto Chess or Dota 2 itself, entertaining fans with a fresh perspective.

• Sykkuno – a streamer with a million-strong following who rarely shows gameplay with friends. But when he does, it always becomes a Twitch meme.

• Tyler1 – another LoL personality who hypes up Dota 2. Often rants about the game, but occasionally streams it for viral content.

• Asmongold – one of the top MMO streamers in the world, with zero Dota experience. Naturally, every Dota stream he does becomes a meme goldmine.

• Summit1g – a fan of shooters and FPS games who somehow hits the charts. How? By streaming Dota 2 and sparking tons of audience reactions.

• Pokimane – the most popular female streamer on Twitch. Every casual Dota session with friends sends her viewers into an emotional frenzy. She frequently shares clips on Twitch and TikTok.

No pro skills, no high MMR, no fuss. Fails are forgiven, wins are celebrated. Arguably, these outsiders contribute more to the game’s growth than some second-tier pro teams — or at least unleash a wave of energy that spreads across an even broader audience.

Do you want to become a streamer?

Although most popular streamers have been in the spotlight for over a decade, today — in the digital age — anyone can become a celebrity in a much shorter time.

To kick off your streaming career, you’ll need:

• the ability to engage with your audience and deliver unique content;

• aggressive marketing, including collaborations with influencers;

• at least some basic gaming skill in your target title — such as Dota 2.

You may need to invest in growing your channel, but the potential returns often reach thousands of dollars in monthly profit.

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