The world of esports is constantly evolving, with teams and players constantly making roster changes in order to stay competitive and achieve success. The off-season is a particularly busy time for roster moves, as teams look to make changes to their lineup ahead of the new season. In recent weeks, there have been a number of major roster shakeups across the top esports titles. Here’s a rundown of some of the biggest moves:
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) is one of the most popular titles in the esports scene, with an ever-growing fanbase and a highly competitive professional scene. As such, it’s no surprise that there have been some big roster changes in the CS:GO world in recent weeks.
Astralis Announces Departure of dev1ce and Addition of hampus
Danish powerhouse team Astralis made headlines when they announced the departure of longtime star player Nicolai “dev1ce” Reedtz. Dev1ce, who had been with the team since 2016, was a key part of their success and helped lead them to multiple major victories. His departure was met with shock and disappointment from fans, but Astralis wasted no time in finding a replacement.
Astralis signed on Hampus “hampus” Poser from Fnatic, who has proven himself to be a strong rifler and in-game leader. While hampus may not have the same level of experience as dev1ce, he brings a fresh perspective and new strategies to the team that could help elevate their gameplay even further.
Fnatic Brings in KRIMZ from FaZe Clan
Fnatic, another top team in the CS:GO scene, also made a significant roster change by bringing in Freddy “KRIMZ” Johansson from FaZe Clan. KRIMZ had been with FaZe Clan for just over a year, but his time there was marked by underwhelming results and a lack of synergy with the team. Fnatic is hoping that he will be a better fit within their lineup and bring back the success they have seen in the past.
FaZe Clan Adds coldzera from MIBR
In response to KRIMZ’s departure, FaZe Clan made a big move by signing on Marcelo “coldzera” David from MIBR. Coldzera has a long history of success in CS:GO, including two major championships, and is considered one of the best players in the world. FaZe Clan is looking to rebuild their team after a disappointing year, and coldzera’s addition could be just what they need.
League of Legends
League of Legends (LoL) is another incredibly popular esports title, with a thriving professional scene and millions of players worldwide. With the highly anticipated World Championship approaching, teams are looking to make strategic roster changes to improve their chances at victory.
Cloud9 Acquires Fudge from 100 Thieves
North American team Cloud9 made waves when they announced the acquisition of top laner Ibrahim “Fudge” Allami from 100 Thieves. Fudge is a rising star in the LoL scene, known for his mechanical skill and strong laning phase. This move comes after Cloud9’s disappointing performance in the 2021 Mid-Season Invitational and shows their determination to bounce back and compete for the World Championship title.
Team Liquid Signs Hans sama from Rogue
Team Liquid, one of the strongest teams in North America, made a huge splash by signing on bot laner Steven “Hans sama” Liv from Rogue. Hans sama is known for his aggressive playstyle and consistent performances, making him a valuable addition to any team. With this move, Team Liquid hopes to continue their dominance in the NA scene and make a strong showing at Worlds.
Origen Picks Up Alphari from Team Liquid
In a surprising move, Alphari, who was previously with Team Liquid, is now joining European team Origen. The top laner has been a consistent performer throughout his career, and Origen is hoping he will bring the same level of success to their team. This also marks a reunion between Alphari and his former teammate Hans sama, as they played together on Misfits in 2018.
G2 Esports Adds Rekkles from Fnatic
The biggest news in the League of Legends world is undoubtedly the addition of Martin “Rekkles” Larsson to G2 Esports. Rekkles, who had been with Fnatic for over six years, decided to part ways with the team that helped build his legacy and join G2 in a shocking move. Fans are eager to see how this all-star lineup will play out and if Rekkles can help G2 secure their first World Championship title.
Overwatch
Overwatch is a popular team-based shooter with a thriving competitive scene. As teams gear up for the next season of the Overwatch League, there have been some notable roster changes among the top teams.
Shanghai Dragons Sign LIP from Hangzhou Spark
Shanghai Dragons, one of the top teams in the Overwatch League, announced the signing of Lee “LIP” Jae-won from Hangzhou Spark. LIP had an impressive rookie season with Hangzhou, and his addition to Shanghai’s already strong lineup makes them a formidable force to be reckoned with in future competitions.
London Spitfire Acquires Hadi from Philadelphia Fusion
London Spitfire, another top team in the Overwatch League, made a bold move by acquiring flex support player Hadi “Hadi” Bleinagel from Philadelphia Fusion. Hadi had a strong showing in the Contenders scene and will now have the opportunity to prove himself on the big stage with London Spitfire.
Philadelphia Fusion Brings in Mano from Guangzhou Charge
Philadelphia Fusion, who have been known for their impressive tank line, added even more firepower by signing on main tank player Mano “Mano” Dong-gyu from Guangzhou Charge. Mano has a wealth of experience and has proven himself as one of the best tanks in the league, making this move a huge boost for Philadelphia Fusion’s roster.
New York Excelsior Adds Yaki from Florida Mayhem
New York Excelsior made a significant addition to their lineup with the signing of Kim “Yaki” Jun-gi from Florida Mayhem. Yaki, a highly skilled DPS player, is expected to bring a new level of aggression and versatility to New York Excelsior’s gameplay. With this move, they are looking to reclaim their spot as one of the top teams in the Overwatch League.
Conclusion
These are just a few of the many roster changes that have taken place in recent weeks. As the new season approaches, it will be interesting to see how these moves impact the competitive landscape and which teams are able to come out on top. Each team is looking to improve their chances at victory and bring home championships, making for an exciting and highly anticipated season ahead.
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