Counter-Strike's professional scene undergoes significant roster changes annually, particularly after Major cycles. Here are the most impactful roster changes of 2025 that show the most promise:

Team Liquid (-YEKINDAR +NertZ)

• YEKINDAR replaced by Israeli star NertZ from HEROIC
• Move justified by YEKINDAR's 1.07 average rating during his tenure
• Early officials show promising results with NertZ
• Potential addition of siuhy as IGL could free TwistZ to return to his comfort roles

Virtus.pro (-jame -n0rb3r7 +FL4MUS +ICY)

• End of Jame's successful six-year leadership
• Added young talents FL4MUS (20) and ICY (19)
• electroNic takes IGL role
• Rejuvenated roster following successful youth-focused model

BetBoom (-nafany -KaiR0N +Boombl4 +Ax1Le)

• Acquired Boombl4 and Ax1Le from Cloud9
• Retained s1ren, zorte, and Magnojez
• Already showing improvement with wins against MOUZ and FURIA
• Qualified for BLAST Bounty playoffs

FaZe and Vitality Changes

• FaZe: Added EliGE for increased firepower
• Vitality: Signed ropz for tactical flexibility
• Both moves position teams as top contenders

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