Team Liquid Tops $57 Million as Most Successful Esports Organization Ever

Team Liquid leads the all-time earnings rankings for esports organizations, followed by OG and Team Spirit. The top ten teams have collectively earned hundreds of millions through tournament prize pools across titles like Dota 2, Counter-Strike, and

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Team Liquid has secured its position as the most successful esports organization of all time, having earned $57,338,657.82 across 3,001 tournaments since its founding in 2000. The organization has established itself as a dominant force across multiple esports titles, building particular strength in Dota 2, Counter-Strike, Rainbow Six, and StarCraft.

OG ranks second on the all-time earnings list with $38,837,827.21 from 210 tournaments. The organization made its name in Dota 2, winning The International in both 2018 and 2019, securing some of the largest prize pools in esports history.

Team Spirit, founded in 2015, demonstrates that newer organizations can compete at the highest level. Despite being one of the youngest teams on the list, Team Spirit has earned $38,623,232.94 across 328 tournaments, aided by victories in some of the most valuable esports competitions ever held.

Evil Geniuses rounds out the top tier with $28,567,423.99 from 1,019 tournaments. The legendary organization has contributed significantly to esports growth over the years, particularly dominating in Dota 2 and Valorant.

Natus Vincere, widely regarded as one of the best Counter-Strike teams ever, has earned $25,001,008.59 from 892 tournaments. While Counter-Strike: Global Offensive remains the organization's primary focus, Natus Vincere has diversified into titles including PUBG, World of Tanks, and Fortnite.

Fnatic, one of the oldest esports organizations in existence, has accumulated $22,317,562.02 across 1,195 tournaments. The organization's longevity is reflected in its diverse competitive history, spanning Call of Duty, Hearthstone, League of Legends, and StarCraft II.

FaZe Clan follows with $21,716,306.53 from 821 tournaments. Recognized as one of the most prolific pro gaming brands globally, FaZe maintains teams across multiple esports titles and commands one of the largest followings in the industry.

Virtus.pro has earned $21,378,555.03 across 750 tournaments, establishing itself as a legendary organization with significant achievements in Counter-Strike and Dota 2. The organization has competed across nearly every major esports title throughout its history.

Team Secret has secured $21,062,101.18 from 453 tournaments, with the vast majority of its earnings coming from Dota 2 despite exploring participation in other titles.

Paris Saint-Germain Esports rounds out the top ten with $19,810,565.30 from 181 tournaments. The organization, attached to one of world soccer's most famous clubs, has outearned notable teams including Gen.G, Astralis, Cloud9, OpTic Gaming, and Vitality.

The dominance of Dota 2 in esports earnings reflects the substantial prize pools offered by The International, historically the most valuable esports tournament. Multiple organizations on this list built their financial success largely through performances in the MOBA title.

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  1. Insider GamingEstablished publication · recorded Sep 26, 2026
    Most Successful Esports Teams Ever—Who Has The Most Earnings?