In a surprising turn of events, MidOne makes his return to the tier-one Dota 2 scene as a stand-in for Tundra Esports during the upcoming PGL Wallachia Season 2.
Event Background
Following the conclusion of The International 13 (TI13), PGL Wallachia Season 2 is poised to be the next significant event on the Dota 2 calendar.
With only two weeks of the off-season, many teams are scrambling to finalize their rosters. Tundra Esports, like several other teams, has opted for two stand-ins, bringing in MidOne and Shad for the tournament.
MidOne and Shad: Profiles
- MidOne: A legendary Malaysian midlaner, MidOne has been a dominant force in the competitive scene, particularly during his time with Team Secret. His unexpected return will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike.
- Shad: An emerging carry player, Shad has made a name for himself with impressive performances on teams like Vikin.gg, Into The Breach, and D2 Hustlers.
Tundra Esports’ Roster for PGL Wallachia Season 2
The team will feature the following players in their lineup:
- Shad
- MidOne
- 33
- Saksa
- Whitemon
Major Roster Changes
Tundra Esports experienced significant roster upheaval after TI13, where they finished in the top 4. The team saw several departures, leaving only Whitemon and Saksa from their previous lineup. Here are the players who left Tundra Esports post-TI13:
- Topson: Retired from competitive Dota 2.
- Pure-: Returned to BetBoom Team after his loan period.
- Ramzes: Returned to L1GA Team after his loan period.
New Official Roster for the 2024/2025 Season
Tundra Esports has made key additions for the new season:
- Saika (aka Nightfall): Joining as the new carry player.
- Lorenof: Coming in to fill the mid-lane position from Aurora.
At present, 9Class, who missed TI13 due to VISA issues, remains officially on the roster but will not participate in PGL Wallachia S2.
Upcoming Tournament Details
PGL Wallachia S2 is set to kick off on October 4th, featuring 16 teams competing in an offline setting in Romania. The tournament will have a prize pool of $1 million, attracting top-tier teams from around the globe.
Conclusion
To keep track of all upcoming major Dota 2 tournaments for the remainder of 2024, stay updated with our thread on roster changes and tournament schedules.