Indonesia’s BOOM Esports has finalized its Dota 2 roster for the 2024 competitive season, announcing the return of Jordan “SLATEM$” Vega as its midlaner.
This decision comes as the latest in a series of strategic roster changes aimed at establishing a formidable team composition. Up until recently, the organization had confirmed four players – Crhistian “Pakazs” Savina, Mario “LittleBoy” Valdivia, Rodrigo “n1ght” Cruz, and Jose “Panda” Padilla – but the crucial midlaner slot remained vacant.
The announcement, made on January 5th, heralds SLATEM$’s comeback to the squad. BOOM Esports expressed confidence in their choice, stating, “He’s back, stronger than ever. After undergoing a few evaluations, Slatem$ is back on our starting roster. He will once again brandish the midlaner position and will bring more power to our squad!” With this signing, the all-Peruvian lineup is poised to debut in the BetBoom Dacha 2024 closed qualifier on January 7th.
The finalized roster for BOOM Esports is as follows:
- Crhistian “Pakazs” Savina
- Jordan “SLATEM$” Vega
- Mario “LittleBoy” Valdivia
- Rodrigo “n1ght” Cruz
- Jose “Panda” Padilla
Despite the strategic rationale behind this roster completion, the community’s reception to SLATEM$’s return has been mixed, with several fans expressing skepticism and disappointment in the comments section of the announcement. This reaction reflects a broader concern about the team’s prospects and the expectations of a challenging competitive journey ahead.
BOOM Esports has undergone significant changes in recent times, notably shifting its focus to the South American region post-The International 2023 and disbanding its Southeast Asian roster.
The organization briefly partnered with the kaffs’ stack but parted ways after a series of underwhelming performances, including a failed qualification for ESL One Kuala Lumpur 2023 and a heartbreaking end to the Pinnacle: 25 Year Anniversary Show run.
In a candid revelation, BOOM Esports CEO Gary Ongko Putera confirmed in a podcast that the organization will no longer compete in the Southeast Asian region.
This shift to South America represents a fresh start and a renewed commitment to making a mark in the Dota 2 competitive scene.
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