Saahil Arora

Saahil Arora, born on October 11, 1989, in Madison, Wisconsin, established himself as a prominent figure in the professional Dota 2 scene. His career, which spanned from 2011 to 2020, saw him compete in numerous high-profile tournaments, earning approximately $3,050,453 in total winnings. Arora is widely recognized for his role as an offlaner and support player, notably utilizing heroes such as Dark Seer, Earthshaker, and Clockwerk. He has been a consistent presence at The International, Dota 2’s premier championship series, participating in almost every iteration since its inception.

Arora’s extensive career includes significant tenures with several top-tier esports organizations. He was a key member of Evil Geniuses, where he achieved his most significant professional milestone by winning The International 2015. His strategic contributions and consistent performance were central to the team’s success during this period. In 2016, a brief transfer to Team Secret was followed by a return to Evil Geniuses, demonstrating his adaptability and continued value in competitive play. He later joined Fnatic in 2018, competing in Southeast Asia, before subsequent stints with Forward Gaming and Ninjas in Pyjamas, the team he played for before retiring.

Throughout his professional journey, Arora amassed a comprehensive list of achievements. Beyond his victory at The International 2015, he secured first-place finishes at The Manila Masters 2017 and Mars Dota 2 League 2016 Autumn, among others. He was also a consistent top-three finisher at major events, including The International 2014 and 2016, and multiple Valve Majors like The Frankfurt Major and The Shanghai Major. His career was marked by strategic depth and a consistent ability to perform under pressure, solidifying his reputation as one of the most talented offlaners in the Western Dota 2 scene.