Biggest Rostermania Winners 2024 – Who made the best roster change?

The BLAST Premier Fall Groups are approaching quickly. With a number of unexpected roster shifts taking place, we have seven new teams ready to make their mark. These changes range from individual player swaps to complete team overhauls. Let’s explore the most significant moves in this year’s thrilling Rostermania.

Cloud9 lock-in a balanced roster

During the player shuffle, there have been numerous roster changes resulting in an uneven distribution of roles within teams. Consequently, it comes as no shock that Cloud9 came out on top in Rostermania 2024. They successfully acquired a squad with well-defined roles and boasting impressive individual talents. Ax1le, interz, and Boomb14 form the team’s foundation, providing a reliable base for their performance.

Newcomers HeavyGod and ICY are young and gifted players making their debut in Tier 1 competition. Notably, HeavyGod stood out during his tenure with OG, posting an average rating of 1.16 based on 2024 games. The team’s roster now includes aggressive playmakers (Ax1le, Boomb14), defensive anchors (interz, HeavyGod), and a raw AWPer capable of delivering stunning performances (as demonstrated against Falcons during the RMR event). With this diverse lineup, the squad holds great potential to achieve impressive results if all members perform at their best.

Liquid’s new franchise player

As a gamer, I’ve noticed a lot of buzz surrounding Team Liquid lately, specifically about Twistzz stepping up as their In-Game Leader and the impressive backgrounds of ultimate and mithR. However, what really stands out to me about this off-season is the under-the-radar addition of jks to the team. Replacing skullz, jks brings a significant upgrade in terms of role performance, having come from G2 and 100T.

The transition recalls JKS joining G2, drawing significant attention to their IGL, Rasmus “HooXi” Nielsen, as the Aussie riflers subtly shone.

At IEM Katowice and other events, JKS delivered standout performances that didn’t deplete G2’s resources. Among these impressive showings, his MVP performance at IEM Katowice was exceptionally noteworthy. Now, he joins Team Liquid, teaming up with NAF and Twistzz.

Liquid’s team has historically succeeded with a rich supply of skilled riflers, and jks seems to be the missing piece that completes the picture. Regardless of how the current lineup shapes up, jks is someone worth keeping for Liquid.

G2’s Honeymoon Phase shows true potential

At the Esports World Cup, G2’s achievement is truly impressive. With a completely new lineup, they reached the finals, making them the standout team of Rostermania 2024. Even their star AWPer, who typically shines with a higher rating, had an underpar performance of 1.14. This outcome beautifully showcases the untapped potential of this team.

Similar to JKS and MaboSD, hunter- boosts the productivity of G2’s star duo with intense firepower. When hunter- performs exceptionally well, as he did in Riyadh with an average rating of 1.2+ until the finals, it propels G2 towards a potential victory. The team’s potential is vast; can Snax and his squad reach that peak more frequently?

Who will be the biggest Rostermania 2024 Winner?

Among the team names listed, G2 stands out with an impressive lineup. Their offensive capabilities are second to none, and NiKo is once again demonstrating his skill. However, the upcoming BLAST Premier Fall Groups will serve as a significant benchmark for these three squads, revealing which one truly reigns supreme in the 2024 Rostermania scene. With major tournaments fast approaching, no team can afford to miss out on the action and risk being relegated to the Showdown.