Rishika Shahi
G2 Esports, one of the most prominent organizations in the League of Legends scene, is making headlines with the acquisition of Labros “Labrov” Papoutsakis as their new support player for the upcoming 2025 LEC season. This move comes shortly after G2’s disappointing performance at the World Championship, where they failed to progress past the Swiss stage for the second consecutive year. With Labrov’s impressive track record and skills, fans are eager to see how he will impact G2’s roster and their quest for dominance in the league.
Labrov’s Journey to G2 Esports
Labrov has established himself as one of the best support players in the LEC during his time with Team BDS.
Before joining G2, Labrov played a crucial role in Team BDS, where he formed a formidable bot lane duo alongside Yoon “Ice” Sang-hoon. Their synergy helped BDS achieve impressive placements, including third place in all splits of the 2023 season.
“G2 is looking to fill the shoes of one of the greatest Western supports of all time.”
With Labrov stepping in, he will replace Mihael “Mikyx” Mehle, who has been a cornerstone of G2’s success over the years. The expectations are high for Labrov to not only maintain but elevate G2’s performance as they aim for a return to glory in both domestic and international competitions.
Expectations for the Upcoming Season
The addition of Labrov signals G2’s commitment to reclaiming their position at the top of the LEC. As G2 prepares for the 2025 season, fans are hopeful that Labrov’s skills will complement a star-studded lineup that includes Rasmus “Caps” Winther and Steven “Hans Sama” Liv. The synergy among these players will be crucial as they aim to secure their first Worlds trophy.
“Despite interest from several teams, Labrov prioritized joining G2 Esports.”
Before finalizing his move to G2, other organizations such as Team Heretics and SK Gaming expressed interest in acquiring Labrov. However, his desire to play for a historically successful team like G2 ultimately guided his decision.
As G2 finalizes their roster, fans eagerly await further announcements.
With only one spot remaining on their roster, G2 Esports is expected to make additional moves before the start of the season. The organization’s commitment to building a competitive team indicates that they are serious about returning to form and dominating the LEC once again.
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