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OG has been struggling to form a stable Dota 2 roster, and once again they are disbanding to start fresh. This last roster was formed on September 23rd and had successive underwhelming results in the various qualifiers that took place since then. In the good old days, OG was the first organization to become a two-time TI champion and the only one to do it back-to-back to this day. Unfortunately, after their TI-winning roster retired, their results slowly declined tomore

BBL Esports are reportedly finalizing a massive transfer ahead of the 2026 VCT EMEA season, as they are looking to sign the entire BBL PCIFIC lineup that earned promotion through VCT Ascension EMEA 2025. Sources indicate that the deal will include all five players, and they are expected to compete under the BBL banner next year. BBL PCIFIC’s Ascension The Turkish squad had an extraordinary 2025 campaign, sweeping through their regional circuit by winning the VCL TR Kickoff, Stage 1,more

The League of Legends competitive year concludes next week, November 9, with the Worlds 2025 Grand Finals. As is tradition, the most important Bo5 series will follow an Opening Ceremony. Headlined by G.E.M. and Anyma, the ceremony also features performances by Chrissy Constanza and TEYA. Anyma joins Worlds 2025 as a Creative Collaborator Renowned DJ, producer and multidisciplinary artist Anyma will join as a creative collaborator for the Opening Ceremony. He will bring his creative vision and live production expertisemore

The International Olympic Committee and Saudi Arabia have terminated their 12-year partnership to host the Olympic Esports Games in Riyadh, announced today, October 30, 2025. The cancellation, which comes a mere 14 months after the partnership was announced during the 2024 Paris Olympics, exposes the architectural incompatibility between two institutions operating from irreconcilable philosophical foundations.​ On the surface, the decision appears straightforward: the IOC and the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee (SOPC), along with the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF),more

After becoming the sole Western team to make it through to the playoffs, G2 Esports proved they still have a long way to go if they want to compete with some of the best Asian teams in the scene. In the Quarterfinals, the LEC champions were no match for Top Esports, who sent G2 home with a swift 3-1 victory. G2 Stand No Chance Coming into Worlds 2025, all Westerns hopes were placed on FlyQuest and G2. With the LTAmore

Tina Lin “Frost” Tsang is a Defending Operator in Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege. Introduced in the Operation Black Ice expansion, she is known for her mechanical traps and tactical precision. Frost’s calm and calculated approach to combat makes her one of the most methodical defenders in the game. Biography of Frost Tina Lin Tsang was born and raised in Vancouver, British Columbia. At eighteen, she joined the Royal Canadian Air Force and later attended the Royal Military College ofmore

A first look at what Patch 25.22 of League of Legends has in store for us is out. Though it won't be the biggest patch in the game's history, the new LoL update will introduce buffs and adjustments to a few forgotten champions and fan favorites, while also toning down some of the picks that are dominating the game as of late. Let's take a look at what's coming our way when LoL Patch 25.22 arrives on November 5th! Yonemore

Timbersaw in Dota 2 is a durable brawler who cuts through forests and foes with mechanical precision. Rizzrack pilots a Saw-suit packed with spinning blades, chains, and fire. He deals reliable damage, moves fast through trees, and shrugs off punishment with strong sustain. This guide explains his abilities, playstyle, and best items based on verified mechanics from the provided Timbersaw data. Timbersaw’s Lore Rizzrack watched Augury Bay fall to walking trees. Paranoia drove him to build the Saw-suit, then namemore

Dota 2 has seen many funny stories, but few are as absurd as Stanislav “Malr1ne” Potorak getting banned from Dota 2. After making headlines as a new International champion, he also did so as a victim of Valve’s ruthless automated ban system. Malr1ne was banned from Dota 2 by mistake — and it happened right in the middle of two major tournaments. The situation blew up fast. His friend and teammate Ammar “ATF” Al-Assaf confirmed the ban on social media.more

League of Legends Patch 25.21 may not have introduced massive gameplay overhauls, but it did bring a series of balance adjustments that have shifted the Solo Queue meta in key ways. With several champions receiving small but meaningful changes, the climb to higher ranks has strongly tied to choosing the right picks. Whether you prefer to carry games yourself or play around your teammates, these are the best champions to climb ranked in LoL Patch 25.21. Top Lane Malphite When itmore

Across the sun-scorched dunes of Shurima, a haunting chorus of howls signals the arrival of Naafiri, a Darkin predator leading a pack of dune hounds. Unlike ordinary beasts, her pack is bound by the will of an ancient weapon — the Darkin essence that fuels her hunger for dominance. Naafiri in League of Legends brings a new style of gameplay focused on pack coordination, agility, and overwhelming force. Origins of the Darkin Dune Hound Naafiri is more than a singlemore

Sentinels’ very own Vibe Merchant, Jordan “Zellsis” Montemurro, has decided to step away from the VALORANT squad. According to reports from Sheep Esports, Zellsis is reportedly rejoining Cloud9 for the upcoming VCT 2026 season. Buy the SEN Bundle! Zellsis joining Sentinels has to be one of the most lucrative roster moves in VALORANT history. In 2024, Sentinels were coming off two years of slump, with their only bright spot being the 2022 LCQ when Zellsis and Shroud had joined. Zellsismore

After more than 10 years playing at the highest level, Han "Peanut" Wang-ho now says goodbye to competitive League of Legends as he heads to perform his mandatory military service. In his final professional match, Peanut faced his long-standing LCK rivals of Gen.G in the Quarterfinals of Worlds 2025. Despite the series culminating in a loss, the match delivered a stellar showdown between two heavyweights of the scene, providing Peanut and all of his fans a worthy farewell. Peanut's Final Show: Two Titans Clash Unfortunately for Peanut, Hanwha Life Esports drew none other than Gen.G — a team that hasmore

Activision has just announced another free trial period for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Multiplayer and Zombies, launching at the exact same time as EA’s brand-new Battlefield battle royale mode, REDSEC.​ The trial, live from October 28 through November 3, opens up nearly the entire multiplayer and Zombies package for anyone to jump in... right as the FPS community’s attention pivots towards REDSEC’s debut. Activision has already done something similar before, timing major free trial launches to coincide with Battlefield’s own milestones.more

After another busy week of nonstop Dota 2, the FISSURE PLAYGROUND 2 Group Stage has finally come to an end. It’s time to review how each team performed, who advanced to the Playoffs, and how these results compare to their recent performances in other tournaments. While the BLAST Slam IV introduced a more complex structure, FISSURE PLAYGROUND 2 opted for a straightforward and traditional approach. After the Group Stage, teams advance into a double-elimination bracket for the Playoffs — amore

NRG's coronation in Paris caps an end to the 2025 VCT season for the majority of teams. With it, comes the much-anticipated off-season and annual roster shuffles (aka Rostermania). While many pieces have yet to be confirmed as we remain in the early days of the off-season, several teams have begun making major moves. Follow Strafe Esports as we continue to track and follow how the 2026 season lineup will shape up. Last Updated: December 3rd VCT Americas G2 Esports Active Members: Trent "trent" Cairns Jacob "valyn" Batio Nathan "leaf" Orf Alexander "jawgemo" Mor Former Members: Andrej "babybay" Francisty Jonah "JonahP" Pulice Sentinels (ROSTER LOCKED) Activemore

Over the past weekend, VALORANT Tier 2 competitions around the world came to a conclusion. With it, we now have the six teams joining VCT 2026 to fight alongside the 40 partnered teams. Americas: ENVY is Back! The Americas Ascension was arguably the most interesting of all the tournaments. It featured an incredible storyline and a Grand Final between two premium North American organizations, ENVY and TSM, clashing on Brazilian soil. As the dust settled, the team that started asmore

The Counter-Strike community was rocked by serious allegations on October 26, 2025, when prominent skin trader MitaoCatCS publicly accused former professional player and Major champion Jake "Stewie2k" Yip of scamming them out of approximately $25,000 worth of skins. The accusation, posted on social media, has ignited fierce debate within the CS2 scene and cast a shadow over one of North America's most decorated players. Disclaimer: Gambling can be addictive and cause financial loss. Always gamble responsibly, staying within your limits.more

The reigning World Champions of T1 haven't had an easy path at Worlds 2025 so far. After getting through the Swiss Stage with a 3-2 record, T1 will now battle Anyone's Legend in the Playoffs for a spot in the Semifinals. Following T1's last match of the Swiss Stage, Strafe Esports had the chance to talk to Lee "Gumayusi" Min-hyeong for an exclusive interview. During the discussion, the T1 ADC spoke about the possibility of landing a third consecutive Worlds title, utilizing Fearless Draft, and what the team needs to work on to secure the trophy. [Strafe] Now that you're inmore

The Historical Foundation The Battle of Stalingrad was a turning point of World War II, fought between Russian and German forces on the Eastern Front. It lasted from August 23, 1942, to February 2, 1943, becoming one of the largest and bloodiest battles in history. Millions of soldiers fought and died in the streets, buildings, and ruins of the city. Call of Duty has revisited this brutal event in several of its World War II-era games. Each version captures amore