KASSAD Analyzing 2024 CS2 Rostermania: Winners & Losers
Counter-Strike's latest roster changes have significantly impacted the competitive landscape, with clear winners and losers emerging from the shuffle.
Winners:
Liquid upgraded their firepower by acquiring NertZ from Heroic, whose 1.14 average rating outshines YEKINDAR's 1.02. While T-side coordination remains a concern, NertZ's aggressive playstyle and multi-kill potential should elevate the team's performance.
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FaZe strengthened their roster by signing EliGE (#19 globally) to replace ropz. This move balances their T-side roles and adds dynamic aggression, though CT-side adjustments will be necessary.
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Falcons secured NiKo and a strong Heroic core (kyxsan, TeSeS, degster), landing them 8th in Valve Rankings. Role adjustments will be needed to accommodate NiKo's playstyle.
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Vitality acquired ropz (#18 globally), replacing Spinx. While role overlaps exist, ropz's consistent top-20 presence should benefit the team.
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Virtus.Pro made strategic changes by adding FL4MUS and ICY, moving away from Jame's passive style.
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Losers:
Heroic completely rebuilt their roster, sacrificing quality for financial gain. Their new long-term approach likely means reduced competitiveness.
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MOUZ maintained their roster despite underwhelming results, though retaining Jimpphat is positive.
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G2 lost NiKo, replacing him with HeavyGod - a significant downgrade despite the latter's progress.
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Complexity lost EliGE, replacing him with less experienced players cxzi and nicx.
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SAW lost their star players and faces uncertainty with new additions from lower tiers.
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