January 3, 2024

BOOM Esports Announces New Dota 2 Roster

By Ovais Mirza

BOOM Esports, the Indonesian Esports powerhouse, is making waves in South America with its revamped Dota 2 roster for the 2024 season. In a strategic move, the team is now exclusively comprised of Peruvian talent. Let’s dive into the details of the announcement and get to know the players who will be representing BOOM Esports in the upcoming season.

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IntroductionBOOM Esports shifts focus to South America, unveiling a new Dota 2 roster for the 2024 season.
Meet the SquadCrhistian “Pakazs” Savina leads the team, but the midlaner position remains open.
Notable AdditionsMario “LittleBoy” Valdivia, Rodrigo “n1ght” Cruz, and Jose “Panda” Padilla bring diverse experience to the team.
Coaching ExpertiseJuan David “Vintage” Angulo Nicho, former coach of Evil Geniuses, takes the helm for BOOM Esports.
January 2024 CompetitionBOOM Esports plans to compete without a stand-in, opting for a trialist to potentially join the team permanently.
Timado’s TransitionTimado, previously with Tundra, is on the lookout for a new club, hinting at changes in Tundra’s core lineup.

The Unveiling

On December 27, BOOM Esports revealed its redesigned Dota 2 squad, signaling a significant shift in the team’s focus to the South American scene. The squad, handpicked from Peru, introduces three new players, a coach, and retains its carry player from the previous lineup.

Meet the Squad

The current roster of BOOM Esports’ Dota 2 team includes:

  1. Crhistian “Pakazs” Savina – Carry
  2. TBD – Midlaner (To Be Determined)
  3. Mario “LittleBoy” Valdivia – Offlaner
  4. Rodrigo “n1ght” Cruz – Position not specified
  5. Jose “Panda” Padilla – Position not specified

Notable Additions

  • Mario “LittleBoy” Valdivia: Former member of Thunder Awaken.
  • Rodrigo “n1ght” Cruz: Previously associated with Thunder Awaken.
  • Jose “Panda” Padilla: Formerly with Evil Geniuses.

Coaching Expertise

The team’s coach is Juan David “Vintage” Angulo Nicho, renowned for guiding Evil Geniuses in the International 2023 and Wawitas Sagazes at the ESL One Kuala Lumpur 2023.

The Midlane Puzzle

While BOOM Esports has assembled an impressive lineup, the midlaner position remains vacant. The absence of a key player in this role adds an element of suspense to the team’s dynamics, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the announcement of the final member.

January 2024 Competition and Potential Trialist

CEO Gary Ongko Putera, in an X podcast, shared insights into BOOM Esports’ immediate plans. The team is set to compete in a tournament in January 2024, but interestingly, they won’t be utilizing a stand-in. Instead, BOOM Esports aims to showcase a trialist who might secure a permanent spot depending on their performance and willingness to commit.

Ongko stated, “The lineup is not fully complete. We’re not using a stand-in. It’s more like a trial, so he’s not officially part of the team yet. It depends on whether he wants to sign.”

Timado’s Transition

Adding a layer of intrigue to the Dota 2 scene, it’s worth noting that Timado, a key player for Tundra in previous years, is now on the lookout for a new club. This suggests a potential shift in Tundra’s core lineup. Fans await an official announcement from the organization to shed light on this transition and unveil the new carry player.


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