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Roster Changes around the world in CSGO part 2
In a previous article, we looked at some of the confirmed roster moves in the world of CSGO. This is part 2 of that article, where we will go over more confirmed roster changes and transfers.
Section 1: Jame Extends Contract with Virtus.pro
Virtus.pro, one of the leading teams in the CS:GO scene, has secured the services of their star player and in-game leader, Dzhami "Jame" Ali, for an additional four years. The 24-year-old player joined Virtus.pro in December 2019 after a successful stint with AVANGAR, during which he reached the StarLadder Berlin Major grand final and triumphed at the BLAST Pro Series Moscow.
Jame's exceptional understanding of the game, tactical prowess, and individual skill make him a valuable asset to Virtus.pro. Nikolai Petrossian, the CEO of Virtus.pro, expressed his confidence in Jame's leadership abilities, stating that he is the backbone of their roster. The team looks forward to many more victories under Jame's guidance.
Section 2: OG Announces Rebuild, Bench degster and NEOFRAG
OG, a prominent European CS:GO team, has decided to undergo a rebuild ahead of the upcoming season. As part of this transition, Abdul "degster" Gasanov and Adam "NEOFRAG" Zouhar have been moved to the bench, allowing them to explore new opportunities in the market. Both players were integral members of OG's starting lineup for nearly a year.
The revamped OG lineup will center around players like Maciej "F1KU" Miklas, Nemanja "nexa" Isaković, and Iulian "regali" Harjău. Additionally, coach Casper "ruggah" Due will be assuming a different role within the organization. After serving as coach since January 2020. This new direction aims to bring fresh dynamics and strategies to OG's gameplay.
Section 3: Falcons Sign New Players, Prepare for Tournament Debut
Falcons, a Saudi Arabian organization transitioning to a European roster, has made significant changes in their lineup. They have signed Laurențiu "lauNX" Țârlea, Miłosz "mhL" Knasiak, and Mohammad "BOROS" Malhas to embark on a new chapter. The decision to transition to an English-speaking roster was previously announced, leading to the benching of Kenny "kennyS" Schrub and Jordan "Python" Munck-Foehrle.
The addition of these young talents, combined with the experience of Nathan "NBK-" Schmitt and Alexandre "bodyy" Pianaro, forms the core of the Falcons roster. mhL will take over AWPing duties, while lauNX and BOROS will provide firepower and aggression. The organization aims to qualify and perform well at major events, with their sights set on the upcoming Gamers8 2023 LAN tournament in Riyadh.
TLDR:
The CS:GO scene has witnessed several notable roster changes. Virtus.pro secured the long-term services of Jame, their AWPer and in-game leader. OG decided to rebuild their lineup, benching degster and NEOFRAG in favor of a new direction centered around F1KU, nexa, and regali. Meanwhile, Falcons revamped their roster, signing lauNX, mhL, and BOROS to complement the veteran duo of NBK- and bodyy. These changes set the stage for exciting competitions and new strategies in the CS:GO landscape.