It’s amazing how we’ll be going into the ninth iteration of the Dota 2 world championship, yet not a single team, player, or coach, has ever won the elusive Aegis of Champions twice. The intensity of competition, however, can’t be summarized in that fun fact. The International recognizes the team that is best when it comes to adapting in the ever-evolving meta, handling pressure, and of course, playing Dota. This year, The International will be graced by 14 players, six esports organizations, and three coaches who have already proven that they were once the best, and are looking forward to doing it one more time. The Players Clement ”Puppey” Ivanov Syed Sumail ”SumaiL” Hasaan Gustav ”s4” Magnusson Peter ”ppd” Dager Amer "Miracle-" Al-Barkawi Lasse "MATUMBAMAN" Urpalainen Ivan Borislavov "MinD_ContRoL" Ivanov Maroun "GH" Merhej Kuro "KuroKy" Salehi Takhasomi Anathan ”ana” Pham...