{"id":33236,"date":"2023-11-21T18:13:29","date_gmt":"2023-11-21T23:13:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/esportbet.com\/?p=33236"},"modified":"2023-11-21T18:14:57","modified_gmt":"2023-11-21T23:14:57","slug":"g2-esports-add-nexa-to-replace-jks-on-its-counter-strike-roster","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/esportbet.com\/g2-esports-add-nexa-to-replace-jks-on-its-counter-strike-roster\/","title":{"rendered":"G2 Esports add “nexa” to replace “jks” on its Counter-Strike roster"},"content":{"rendered":"

G2 Esports has officially confirmed the return of Nemanja “\u2060nexa\u2060” Isakovi\u0107 to their Counter-Strike<\/a> roster, marking the departure of Justin “\u2060jks\u2060” Savage.<\/p>\n

This move aligns with earlier reports by HLTV, putting an end to the speculation surrounding G2’s roster changes.<\/p>\n

Nexa, a seasoned player at 26, is no stranger to the G2 organization, having previously served as the in-game leader (IGL) for the team in 2021.<\/p>\n

Despite not securing major trophies during his initial tenure, G2 remained a formidable force, securing second-place finishes at IEM Cologne 2021<\/a> and the PGL Major Stockholm, and reaching the No. 2 spot in the global rankings.<\/p>\n

Having played alongside Nemanja “\u2060huNter-\u2060” Kova\u010d and Nikola “\u2060NiKo\u2060” Kova\u010d during his first stint at G2, nexa brings familiarity to the current line up.<\/p>\n

However, the lack of tangible success eventually led to changes, and nexa moved to OG in 2022, with Aleksi “\u2060Aleksib\u2060” Virolainen taking over as G2’s IGL.<\/p>\n

Unfortunately, nexa’s time at OG did not yield significant achievements, with the team achieving modest success at LAN events.<\/p>\n

Despite briefly reaching the No. 8 spot in the world rankings, OG slid out of the top 30 in 2023.<\/p>\n

The return of nexa to G2 comes as a replacement for jks, who is stepping down from the active roster.<\/p>\n

While speculation abounded that nexa might reassume the role of IGL, he has clarified that, for now, he will focus on his primary role as a rifler.<\/p>\n

This move follows NiKo’s decision to stay with G2, turning down an offer from Falcons.<\/p>\n

G2’s CS2 division has undergone recent turbulence with roster uncertainties, but the organization is experiencing its most successful year in Counter-Strike esports.<\/p>\n

With victories at the BLAST Premier World Final in December 2022, IEM Katowice<\/a> in February, and IEM Cologne in August, G2 has solidified its presence as a top-tier team.<\/p>\n

Nexa’s return to G2 brings anticipation for the upcoming BLAST Premier World Final<\/a> scheduled between December 13 and 17, where the team will aim to continue its success.<\/p>\n

While the exact debut date for nexa in this new stint remains unclear, fans can expect an experienced and familiar presence to bolster G2’s competitive edge.<\/p>\n

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WELCOME BACK @nexaOG<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/ozHJg1ZTaj<\/a><\/p>\n

— G2 CS (@G2CSGO) November 21, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n