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All-Filipino OG squad to play in Southeast Asian Games' Dota 2 tilt
Two-time The International champion OG is venturing into the Southeast Asian Dota 2 scene with an all-Filipino roster.
The new lineup features John "Natsumi-" Vargas, Erin Jasper "Yopaj" Ferrer, Nikko "Force" Bilocura, Timothy "Tims" Randrup, and Andrei "skem" Ong.
OG's co-owner and CEO Xavier Oswald stated that this move marks a new chapter for OG as a truly global esports organization, embracing the region's talent and energy.
The European powerhouse, known for its victories in TI 2018 and 2019, has officially relocated to the SEA region.
The squad is composed of 2022 Asia Pacific Predator League champions John "Natsumi-" Vargas and Nikko "Force" Bilocura, Gamers Galaxy winners Erin Jasper "Yopaj" Ferrer and Andrei "skem" Ong, and veteran Dota 2 player Timothy "Tims" Randrup.
OG's move signifies a strategic shift to revitalize their presence in the SEA region and reinvent themselves.
The organization's core players have previously expressed admiration for Filipino Dota 2 culture and players since their Manila Major win in 2016.
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