In a move to bolster their competitive strength, OG has officially announced the signing of 21-year-old Nikita “HeavyGod” Martynenko from Endpoint.
This acquisition is a crucial step in rebuilding OG’s roster following the recent departures of Nemanja “nexa” Isaković and the benching of Dion “FASHR” Derksen.
HeavyGod, known for his remarkable performance at Endpoint, joins OG as a beacon of hope after a challenging 2023 for the organization.
During his tenure with Endpoint, HeavyGod emerged as the best-rated player on the team, boasting a 1.13 rating. Although Endpoint didn’t make tier one appearances under his tenure, they achieved significant success in CCT tournaments and secured second place at LEON TEAMPLAY Season 2.
The Israeli player’s path mirrors the journey of other prominent countrymen like Shahar “flameZ” Shushan and Guy “NertZ” Iluz, who used their time at Endpoint as a springboard to join more prestigious organizations in Europe’s tier one scene.
HeavyGod’s signing follows the addition of Bram “Nexius” Campana from MOUZ NXT to OG’s roster. However, questions linger over who will assume the in-game leadership role, as nexa, the team’s previous caller, has departed, and neither of the recent signings have experience in leading their former teams.
OG faced a tumultuous 2023, with a series of group-stage exits at major events including IEM Katowice, ESL Pro League S17, IEM Rio, IEM Dallas, and IEM Cologne. This roster revamp, with the integration of HeavyGod, signifies OG’s commitment to turning around their fortunes and reestablishing themselves as a formidable force in the competitive Counter-Strike scene.
The current OG lineup now stands as:
- Nils “k1to” Gruhne (Germany)
- Maciej “F1KU” Miklas (Poland)
- Iulian “regali” Harjău (Romania)
- Bram “Nexius” Campana (Belgium)
- Nikita “HeavyGod” Martynenko (Israel)
- Casper “ruggah” Due (Denmark, Coach)
Benched players:
- Dion “FASHR” Derksen (Netherlands)
- Abdul “degster” Gasanov (Russia)
With this refreshed lineup, OG steps into the competitive arena with a blend of seasoned experience and fresh talent, aiming to leave their mark in upcoming tournaments and reclaim their status among the elite of Counter-Strike esports.
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