BLAST SLAM VII Wrap-Up: BB and LGD Gaming Dominate the Action
A look back at BLAST SLAM VII, featuring the latest action from May 29th. BB and LGD Gaming stood out as top performers, while the overall tournament saw strong picks for heroes like Hoodwink and Lion. DotaData provides comprehensive stats, automatically updated from Supabase.
The BLAST SLAM VII tournament concluded its latest day of action on May 29, 2026, providing several high-stakes matchups. The day saw a mix of results, with BB securing a win against GLYPH, and LGD Gaming defeating Tundra Esports in a highly competitive bout. PARIVISION also showcased their strength, taking down Team Falcons.
These recent matchups highlight the continued intensity of the competition, with top teams like BB, LGD Gaming, and PARIVISION maintaining strong form.
Key Matchups from May 29th:
- Xtreme Gaming vs Aurora Gaming: Aurora Gaming emerged victorious.
- LGD Gaming vs Team Yandex: LGD Gaming secured the win.
- PARIVISION vs Team Falcons: PARIVISION took the victory.
- BB vs GLYPH: BB won the match.
- LGD Gaming vs Tundra Esports: LGD Gaming won the match.
- Team Liquid vs OG: Team Liquid won the match.
Overall Tournament Performance Highlights
The tournament featured 66 total matches across 12 participating teams. The average match duration was approximately 2555 seconds, indicating lengthy and strategic gameplay. The average score recorded was 52.0, with a radiant winrate of 54.5% across the entire event.
Top Teams Standings
BB has emerged as a dominant force in the tournament, leading the standings with 8 wins and 3 losses over 11 matches, boasting a 72.7% winrate. LGD Gaming follows closely, also recording 8 wins and 3 losses with a 72.7% winrate. PARIVISION rounds out the top three, with 8 wins and 3 losses and a 72.7% winrate.
Other notable teams include:
- Team Falcons: 7 wins, 4 losses, 63.6% winrate.
- Team Yandex: 7 wins, 4 losses, 63.6% winrate.
- Aurora Gaming: 6 wins, 5 losses, 54.5% winrate.
- Team Liquid: 6 wins, 5 losses, 54.5% winrate.
Hero Pool Analysis
Analyzing the hero pool reveals some clear trends in the meta for BLAST SLAM VII:
Picked Heroes (Top 3):
1. Hoodwink (28 total picks) 2. Lion (27 total picks) 3. Windranger (22 total picks)
Banned Heroes (Top 3):
1. Lone Druid (61 total bans) 2. Clockwerk (47 total bans) 3. Puck (38 total bans)
Contested Heroes
Several heroes saw significant contention, indicating their high impact and importance in the current meta. The most contested heroes include:
- Clockwerk (66 total mentions)
- Lone Druid (64 total mentions)
- Snapfire (56 total mentions)
Match Dynamics and Takeaways
The average first tower time was recorded at 604.6 seconds, suggesting that early game objectives are key to establishing an advantage. The tournament's overall performance metrics are stable, with the latest data automatically updated by DotaData from Supabase, ensuring you have the most accurate insights into the professional scene.