The post-TI 2026 shuffle has officially hit one of Eastern Europe’s most consistent powerhouses. Following a hard-fought fourth-place finish at The International 2026, BetBoom Team has confirmed a significant restructuring of their Dota 2 squad. With key figures stepping back, the organization is betting on internal versatility and a familiar face to lead the next chapter.
The most striking change sees long-time captain Vitalie “Save-” Melnic transitioning from his signature support role to the mid lane. This move fills the void left by Danil “gpk” Skutin, who announced an indefinite break from professional play to focus on his physical and mental health. Gpk, a cornerstone of the team’s identity since 2022, stated he intends to return by the New Year, but for now, the team’s shot-calling duties will be tested in a completely different tactical environment.
To bolster the support duo, BetBoom has signed Georgii “swedenstrong” Zainalabidov to take over the position 4 role. Meanwhile, the organization is bringing back a fan-favorite veteran: Alexander “TORONTOTOKYO” Khertek. Having previously competed for the team, he now returns in the capacity of head coach, replacing Anatoly “boolk” Ivanov, who is also taking a temporary leave to attend to family matters.
The new BetBoom Team roster is as follows:
- Ilya “Kiritych” Ulyanov (Position 1)
- Vitalie “Save-” Melnic (Position 2 / Captain)
- Matvey “MieRo” Vasyunin (Position 3)
- Georgii “swedenstrong” Zainalabidov (Position 4)
- Vladislav “Kataomi`” Semenov (Position 5)
- Alexander “TORONTOTOKYO” Khertek (Coach)
This shift is a massive gamble. Save- has long been regarded as one of the most mechanically gifted supports in the scene, and his transition to a core role will be the primary focus for analysts and fans alike. With the team having secured multiple Top 4 placements last season, expectations remain high despite the personnel turnover. Whether this new configuration can maintain their status as a tier-1 contender will be the defining question of their upcoming campaign.
Keep an eye on our matches page to see when this new-look squad makes their debut.