OG has once again called upon its legendary player, Sébastien “Ceb” Debs, to rejoin the active Dota 2 roster as their offlaner and captain. This move comes after the team’s struggles in recent tournaments, where they failed to qualify for major events and suffered a series of setbacks.
With Ceb back in a leadership role, OG hopes to find stability and reclaim their former dominance in the competitive Dota 2 scene.
OG’s Recent Struggles and Roster Shakeups
OG’s competitive performance has been inconsistent over the past two years, marking the first time in the organization’s history that they have missed consecutive The International (TI) tournaments. The team recently moved position 4 support player Matthew “Ari” Walker to the inactive roster, prompting further restructuring.
Ceb’s return follows a brief stint as a stand-in during OG’s gauntlet of qualifiers in January after Adrian “Wisper” Cespedes Dobles’ departure to HEROIC. Despite Ceb’s presence, the team only managed to qualify for PGL Wallachia Season 3, falling short in DreamLeague Season 25 and ESL One Raleigh 2025.
The Importance of Ceb’s Return
This marks the third time Ceb has rejoined OG after stepping away. His leadership and experience were pivotal in the team’s historic back-to-back TI victories in 2018 and 2019. Over the years, he has transitioned into support roles, but his return to the offlane signals a return to the position where he found the most success.
Key Aspects of Ceb’s Return:
- Leadership and Experience: As a two-time TI champion, Ceb brings invaluable knowledge and decision-making to OG.
- Stability for OG’s Roster: The team has faced instability in recent years; Ceb’s presence aims to bring cohesion.
- Proven Offlane Expertise: His return to offlane strengthens OG’s core lineup.
- Impact on Upcoming Qualifiers: With important tournaments ahead, OG needs a strong leader to guide them back to the top.
OG Still in Search of a Position 4 Player
Even with Ceb back on board, OG is still short one player. The team has yet to announce a replacement for Ari in the position 4 role. With the Western European qualifiers for FISSURE UNIVERSE Episode 4 approaching, the organization is expected to finalize its lineup soon.
Current OG Roster:
- Nuengnara “23savage” Teeramahanon (Carry)
- Leon “Nine” Kirilin (Midlaner)
- Sébastien “Ceb” Debs (Offlaner & Captain)
- TBA (Position 4 Support)
- Jian Wei “xNova-” Yap (Position 5 Support)
Can OG Make a Comeback?
OG’s legacy in Dota 2 is one of resilience and reinvention, and Ceb’s return may be the spark they need to bounce back. However, without a completed roster and with fierce competition in the European region, their journey remains challenging.
The coming weeks will determine whether OG can regain its status as a top contender in the Dota 2 scene. With Ceb at the helm, OG fans have reason to hope. Now, all eyes are on their next roster announcement and upcoming performances on the international stage.
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