In a surprising roster move, MOUZ has parted ways with their in-game leader Kamil “siuhy” Szkaradek and secured the services of Lotan “Spinx” Giladi, a CS2 Major champion and star rifler. The announcement came on January 23, just hours after Siuhy’s unexpected benching.
Spinx’s Impressive Resume
Spinx, who recently stepped away from Team Vitality, brings an impressive list of achievements to MOUZ, including victories at:
- BLAST Paris Major
- IEM Rio
- BLAST Fall and World Finals 2023
- IEM Cologne 2024, a tournament he wasn’t initially slated to compete in.
Ranked 5th in HLTV’s Top 20 Players of 2023, Spinx has consistently been a standout talent in the CS2 scene.
Image via BLAST.
Roster Locks Delay Spinx’s Debut
While fans eagerly await Spinx’s debut, roster locks for IEM Katowice mean MOUZ will temporarily rely on Adrian “xelex” Vincze, a 16-year-old player from their academy roster. Spinx’s first official match with MOUZ is expected at PGL Cluj-Napoca, which kicks off in mid-February.
Brollan Takes Over as IGL
In the interim, Ludvig “Brollan” Brolin will assume the in-game leader role for IEM Katowice. This will be a pivotal test for MOUZ as they adapt to these significant roster changes while competing at one of the year’s first major events.
Siuhy’s Next Steps
As for Siuhy, the young Polish IGL will also sit out IEM Katowice due to roster restrictions. Speculation about his future is rife, but no announcements regarding his next destination have been made.
Image via BLAST.
Conclusion
With the addition of Spinx and Brollan stepping up as IGL for now, MOUZ is entering a transitional phase. Fans will need to wait until February to see how the revamped roster performs at full strength. Until then, all eyes are on IEM Katowice, where MOUZ hopes to navigate the tournament with their academy substitute.