Topson, a two-time TI champion and one of the most cherished figures in Dota 2, seems poised to make a competitive comeback after a significant hiatus. On July 17, the Finnish midlaner shared an enigmatic teaser video on X (formerly Twitter) with the phrase «The King has arrived,» igniting enthusiasm within the community.
The teaser video features Topson showcasing his favored hero, Monkey King, and consistently utilizing the Boundless Strike ability. Since this has been one of his defining heroes since his TI8 triumph, it gives the impression that one of the greatest mid lane players in history is on the verge of returning.
The video culminates with a date–July 21, 2025–implying that further details may be revealed on that date. While there has been no official confirmation regarding upcoming plans from either Topson or his professional teams, organizations such as Team Liquid and Tundra Esports reacted to the post with excitement.
Topson hints at his eagerly awaited Dota 2 return
It has been nearly a year since Topson last competed in the Dota 2 professional arena. His most recent participation was with Tundra Esports, where he guided the team to a third-place finish at The International 2024. Since then, he has taken a break, leaving fans anxious for his return.
This has amplified the excitement generated by his teaser on X, as many are eager to see one of the top players known for altering the meta back in action, especially with The International 2025 approaching. Whether it’s his unique picks like Pugna and Arc Warden or classic choices such as Monkey King and Invoker, Topson is undoubtedly a formidable opponent to draft against.
As speculation arises about which team he might join, the community is curious to see whether he will align with a team of star players or perhaps reunite with Ceb and N0tail at OG. Fans will need to wait for the full announcement on Monday, July 21, to find out.
However, it is clear that Topson will not participate in this year’s TI, as all team rosters have been finalized for the upcoming tournament. Whatever the details of his announcement entail, it seems aimed at the 2025-2026 season rather than the current one.
