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Keep track of the biggest roster changes ahead of Tour 2 DPC here.
The first Tour of 2023 is done and dusted and teams are shuffling rosters as we speak. A lot of teams have made changes and are rumored to be making adjustments before the second season begins. We will compile all of the most significant Dota 2 roster changes in this article, so keep your eyes peeled!
Update: If you’re looking forTour 3 DPC roster changes, click below!
*This roster tracker compiles official changes that are announced, changes from theDota 2 Major registration page, as well as rumors.
Iceiceice and DJ complete Bleed Esports’ roster for Tour 2 DPC
Bleed Esports is joined by two renowned veterans, iceiceice and DJ, for Tour 2 DPC.
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Singaporean org, Bleed Esports, joined the Dota 2 scene ahead of 2023. The team competed in Division I of SEA DPC after acquiring the former slot of T1. Even though the team failed to qualify for the Lima Major, they still survived in Div I and avoided relegation.For Tour 2 DPC, Bleed Esports opt for changeand grabbed two renowned free agents in town - DJ and iceiceice.
OG Dota 2 roster shuffle: Misha and Chu swap roles for Tour 2 DPC
OG tweaks its Dota 2 roster following a rough first season. Pos 5, Misha, and team coach, Chuvash, swap roles for Tour 2 DPC.
OG decides to switch things upa little bit after they failed to qualify for the Lima Major. Heading into the next season, we’ll see pos 5, Misha, return to coaching. On the other hand, Chu, who was OG’s coach will assume the pos 5 role.
The Knights accused of match-fixing and cheating at the Lima Major
Dota 2 team Knights are under fire for the third time for cheating and match-fixing during a big tournament.
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China team, Knights, had multiple allegations on their back throughout Tour 1 DPC. The first accusation against them was for a regional league match and another during the Lima Major. There have been no follow up to the accusations.
Knights crashed and burned at the Lima Major, finishing last with a disappointing performance. According to theDota 2 Major registration page, the team has been renamed to Antarctic Penguins and all players have been removed.
Old G stares at uncertain future with N0tail having second thoughts on competing
The latest MBS podcast reveals that Old G might still compete in the next qualifier but N0tail is not ready for the commitment.
The familiar faces on Old G might make a return for Tour 2 qualifiers. The team - comprising TI champions trio - last competed in Tour 1 WEU qualifiers but failed in their final step. AMonkey Business Show (MBS) podcastrecently hinted at N0tail taking a break and Ceb continuing with the team, but there is no confirmation as of late.
Rumorshave it that Resolution will leave Team Secret to play pos 3 in Old G. There are also rumors about Ceb transitioning to pos 4.
Team Secret reshuffle removes offlane duo Resolut1on and Zayac
Rumors about Resolut1on’s departure from Team Secret circulated last month. They’re finally confirmed in an official announcement.
Following a disappointing performance in WEU DPC and missing the first Dota 2 Major, a roster shuffle in Team Secret is no surprise.Rumorshave it that Team Secret will replace two of its players - W_Zayac and Recolution. Its midlaner, BOOM, might switch to offlane as he has been seen spamming offlane heroes in pubs.
UPDATE: It is confirmed, Resolution and Zayac, leave Team Secret. Their replacements have yet to be announced.
Virtus.pro benches carry and pos 5
The popular CIS team, Virtus.pro drops its carry, krylat, and pos 5, Dukalis. The team faced an unfortunate incident when its initial carry player,Koma, was banned for account sharing. The team had to sign a player last minute, grabbing krylat. After a disappointing season and missing out on the Lima Major, Virtus.pro decides to change their roster, dropping krylat and Dukalis. The team then announced the addition of young player, Kiritych, and notable captain, fng.
Zeal joins PSG.LGD for DPC China 2023 Tour 2: Division I
Nicholas “zeal” Lim joins PSG.LGD, as the Chinese squad looks forward to starting its new season in DPC China 2023 Tour 2: Division I.
Interestingly, PSG.LGD opted to change its offlaner. The team had a great run during the first CN DPC season, grabbing first place ahead of Team Aster. However, PSG.LGD faced an unfortunate incident when the team couldn’t come to the Lima Major in full formula. Its then-offlaner, Li “项羽” Longwu, had VISA issues and were replaced by Ren “old eLeVeN” Yangwei. After a disappointing performance at the Major, PSG.LGD swapped its offlaner with Malaysian player, Nicholas “zeal” Lim.
We will update this article with more roster changes for Tour 2 DPC. Stay tuned toEsports.gg for moreDota 2 news!
