Ukrainian esports player and the first world champion in Dota 2, Danil Dendi Ishutin, will compete for a spot at The International 2026. The famous mid-laner has joined the roster of Largo ta druzi, which will participate in the open European qualifiers alongside analyst Robson TeaGuvnor Merritt – the one who conducted unusual broadcasts before global patches.
The roster of Largo ta druzi before The International 2026:
- Igor IHTL Rudy
- Danil Dendi Ishutin
- Andrey Ghostik Kadyk
- KXT
- Robson TeaGuvnor Merritt
Dendi's main achievements include winning the first The International 2011 and two consecutive TI silver finals (2012, 2013) as part of Natus Vincere, as well as titles in the StarLadder series and Esports World Cup. He remains a key co-owner of the organization B8 Esports, founded in January 2020.
The International 2026 will take place from August 13 to 23, 2026, in Shanghai, China. The qualifiers will start on June 9 at 15:00 MSK.
Let us remind you that earlier for the tournament qualifiers Quinn and Gunnar applied alongside three vtubers.
