Many were caught off-guard by this move, myself included. Then again, looking past Vitality\u2019s impressive past season victories like IEM Rio and BLAST.tv Paris Major, this seems like a shrewd long-term strategy. Dupreeh\u2019s prowess is undeniable, but flameZ\u2019s addition was impeccably timed. There\u2019s undeniable chemistry between Israeli players Spinx and flameZ. Additionally, Shushan has joined Vitality following the end of his stint with OG.<\/p>\n
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<\/div>\nAs Vitality preps for Counter-Strike 2\u2019s launch, they have ample time to develop a gameplay strategy with flameZ. Even if their performance dips in 2023\u2019s latter half, the ultimate goal remains: gearing up for Counter-Strike\u2019s next iteration and PGL Copenhagen Major 2024.<\/p>\n
Cloud9<\/h2>\n
Change<\/strong>: Gained electroNic and Perfecto from NAVI; sidelining nafany and buster.<\/p>\n Honesty time: Cloud9 is shaping up to be a formidable force, potentially occupying HLTV\u2019s top-3 for 2023.<\/p>\n ElectroNic and Perfecto\u2019s additions have made Cloud9 an intimidating opponent due to their sheer skill. Thus, having electroNic, an experienced IGL, is refreshing for the team. They\u2019re poised to be title challengers soon. At the very least, they\u2019ll be consistent playoff fixtures. This off-season couldn\u2019t have been more favorable for Cloud9.<\/p>\n Change<\/strong>: Onboarding CacaNito as jL\u2019s successor, who was acquired by Natus Vincere.<\/p>\n I had hoped Apeks would retain the roster that astonishingly progressed at BLAST.tv Paris Major. However, despite losing jL, CacaNito is proving to be an invaluable addition. With him on board, Apeks retains their structure and firepower. Their progress trajectory looks promising. Nawwk\u2019s consistency does raise concerns, but when he\u2019s at his best, Apeks is a force to be reckoned with.<\/p>\n Change<\/strong>: Benched Aleksib and reinstated hampus.<\/p>\n It\u2019s been a tumultuous period for NiP, with their roster decisions and market moves leading to fluctuating results. However, with hampus returning to active duty, it feels like brighter days are ahead. His leadership style and mindset align more with the team than Aleksib\u2019s. Given time, NiP will likely rise through the ranks.<\/p>\n Change<\/strong>: Re-engaging siuhy from GamerLegion and elevating Jimmphat from MOUZ NXT in place of dexter and JDC.<\/p>\n In brief, MOUZ\u2019s decision to swap IGLs, with siuhy taking over from dexter, seems astute. While it might be questioned JDC\u2019s departure, Jimpphat\u2019s potential is undeniable. MOUZ\u2019s recent moves might just be the boost they need.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" 5 most promising teams of the last CS:GO season The recent professional Counter-Strike shakeup might just be the most monumental we\u2019ve witnessed. While it\u2019s too soon to pinpoint the off-season\u2019s victors, here\u2019s my personal ranking. Vitality Change: Welcoming flameZ in place of dupreeh. Many were caught off-guard by this move, myself included. Then again, looking […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":16600,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-16599","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n![\"Cloud9\"](\"https:\/\/skin.club\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/512-Cloud9.jpeg\")
<\/div>\nApeks<\/h2>\n
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<\/div>\nNiP<\/h2>\n
![\"NiP\"](\"https:\/\/skin.club\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/514-NiP.png\")
<\/div>\nMOUZ<\/h2>\n
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