NRG officially confirmed the departure of two primary individuals: Victor and Chad, the head coach. Chad expressed frustration with the state of NRG over the last couple of months, revealing personal stories about paying for the buyout of Ethan and Demon1. Questions now arise about the future of the team and the developments at 100 Thieves. For context, the YouTube channel “Plat Chat” often features Valorant casters and pundits in a podcast discussing everything related to Valorant.
Despite this being a privately run channel, most of the personalities featured often have inside scoops on VCT events. One interview featured a caster calling out 100 Thieves, suggesting issues with the organization. Keep reading to learn more about everything that unfolded in competitive Valorant over the past few days.
Rumors and Reactions at 100 Thieves
Big rumors emerged about the 100 Thieves team, suggesting internal discord. Reactions have surfaced from players, indicating unhappiness with the current situation. The EMA playoffs are underway, and while the teams for the world championship seem locked in, nothing is guaranteed yet.
FnaticRoster Updates
Fnatic players, particularly Leo and Hiro, have faced scrutiny. Leo took a break for health reasons, leading to questions about his return. Fnatic, however, continues to perform, with Hiro stepping up in recent series. Despite losing the Ice Box, Fnatic managed to take down KC in a tight series, although concerns about their IceBox performance remain.
The playoffs reveal varying performances, with teams like KC and NAVI facing challenges. NAVI lost to Vitality, effectively ending their season. Vitality and Heretics are progressing, while the drama surrounding audio issues continues. Zealous from 100T discussed audio problems during a series, highlighting frustrations with Riot’s handling of technical issues.
100 Thieves Internal Tensions
The big drama at 100T involved speculations about internal team relationships. Interviews and behind-the-scenes observations suggested friction, but players and staff quickly denied these claims. The casters and commentators often witness behind-the-scenes dynamics not publicly visible, leading to sensitive discussions about team environments.
Chet’s Departure from NRG
Chet, NRG’s former head coach, revealed insights into his departure. Despite player support, management decided to release him. He mentioned contributing personal money to buy out Ethan and Demon1 from EG, a decision he now questions. Chet also expressed interest in exploring opportunities in both Valorant and Counter-Strike.
Future of NRG and Player Dynamics
Victor and Chad’s departures raise questions about the future of NRG. Crashies, Victor’s long-time teammate, remains with NRG for now but may move on. The offseason promises significant changes, with NRG exploring various roster options. Chet’s involvement in team decisions and his financial contributions highlight the complex dynamics within esports organizations.
Sinatraa’s Potential Return
Chet also discussed Sinatraa’s potential return to competitive play. Despite decent trial performances, other roster changes took precedence. Riot’s stance on Sinatraa’s return appears lenient, raising further questions about future team compositions. The likes of Sinatraa, Victor, Marved, and Rossy are all free agents for the upcoming season. It would be interesting to see if all five of them form their own team. As of now, there are no competitions or qualifiers for multiple teams, including NRG. Hence, we won’t necessarily see any signing announcements this early in the next season.
