Lithuanian CS2 player Justinas “jL” Lekavičius is preparing for a major life change. The former NAVI star has announced that he is set to become a father.
The news comes during an important period in jL’s life. Over the past year, he has spoken openly about his wish to focus more on family and life outside professional Counter-Strike.
jL shares the news
jL announced the news in a social media post with his wife. He kept the message short.
4th family member on the way ❤️
The CS2 community quickly reacted to jL’s announcement, with fans and fellow players sharing their support and congratulations. Here are some of the reactions:
Ozzny opened the replies with a joke about jL’s recent move to Vitality:
Bro joined Vitality and instantly unboxed a baby
Congrats
NAVI, jL’s former organization, sent congratulations to the couple:
Congratulations to you both 💛
Team Vitality joined in as well, welcoming the news with a short message:
Congratulations 💛💛
Team Spirit added its support by congratulating both jL and his wife:
Congratulations to you both!
dima_wallhacks shared an enthusiastic congratulatory message in the comments:
CONGRAAAAAAAAATS
Meanwhile, Vitality player William “mezii” Merriman joked about the roster situation:
Congratulations! Do we need a stand in for the stand in?!
Vitality later reposted jL’s announcement and continued the joke about the team’s growing number of future fathers:
At this point we can open a new CS academy team
Family has become a priority
This announcement also connects with jL’s earlier comments about his future. In February 2025, he said that he wanted to build a family life after his playing career. He mentioned his wish to have a home, a dog, and children.
Later, jL took a break from professional CS2. At the time, he explained that he wanted to spend more time with his wife and become a more present family man. He also said that he wanted to be a “strong and family-oriented man.”
Therefore, the upcoming arrival marks more than a personal announcement. It also reflects the direction jL has described for his life away from competition.
Other CS2 pros are becoming fathers
jL is not the only top CS2 player facing an important family milestone this season. Team Vitality captain Dan “apEX” Madesclaire is expecting his first child. Meanwhile, his teammate William “mezii” Merriman has announced that he is preparing to become a father for the second time.
These family events have already affected the competitive calendar. Team Vitality confirmed that jL will join the roster as a stand-in for BLAST Open Porto and PGL Masters Bucharest.
He will replace mezii first and apEX later, as both players take paternity leave.
The change has also sparked discussion about the balance between professional esports and family life. Former coach Devilwalk suggested that the absences could test Vitality’s strong run.
A new chapter for jL
The news that jL is set to become a father adds another important detail to his career story. He remains one of the most recognizable players from the modern CS2 scene.
However, his priorities are changing. For now, jL’s next major role will not only be as a player, but also as a father preparing for a new chapter with his family.
