Alex Ichetovkin Leaves Gambit Gaming to Join Ninjas in Pyjamas
Alex Ichetovkin, also known as Alex Ich, will be leaving Gambit Gaming to join Ninjas in Pyjamas, confirming a week’s worth of rumors and speculation.
Gambit Gaming’s First Major Roster Change
Gambit Gaming, which initially formed under the Team Empire banner in 2011, has had an almost unchanged roster for four years. Alex Ichetovkin’s departure marks the first major roster change in the Russian team’s history.
The Strong Middle Lane Player
Alex Ich, one of the strongest middle lane players in Europe, has led Gambit Gaming to win several major titles, including the regional championship in 2012.
New Opportunities for Alex Ich
In an interview with OnGamers, Ichetovkin explained his decision to join Ninjas in Pyjamas and his desire to continue playing League of Legends. With his move to NiP, Ichetovkin is free to pursue his passion and provide a better future for his family.
With the addition of Alex Ichetovkin and Tri Tin “k0u” Lam, Ninjas in Pyjamas becomes a formidable team in the challenger circuit.
For Ichetovkin, the move allows him to spend more time with his family and simplifies his commute to the LCS headquarters in Germany.
A Message to Other Teams
Teams that understand the changing needs of their players have a better chance of making a lasting impact on the esports scene. Alex Ich’s move to NiP positions them for a major LCS run next year.
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