G2 confirms valyn departure after three-year run with its in-game leader

G2 confirms valyn departure after three-year run with its in-game leader

G2 Esports has parted ways with longtime in-game leader valyn , Ending his three-year spell with the organisation ahead of the 2027 season.

The departure breaks up another part of the Core that entered G2 after winning Americas Ascension with The Guard in 2023.

Domestic success and consistent international qualification

With valyn leading, G2 won four domestic titles and established a streak of eight consecutive international qualifications.

Its strongest global finishes included third place at Masters Shanghai in 2024 and a runneR -up finish at Masters Bangkok.

Champions Shanghai became valyn ’s FINAL event with The Team . G2 finished fourth, extending its record of deep international runs without securing a global trophy.

Next destination remains UNANNOUNCED

In his farewell message, valyn expressed appreciation for his teammates and disappointment that the group had not won an international championship together.

He also indicated enthusiasm for his next career step, but did not identify a destination.

G2’s remaining listed players are jawgemo , babybay , trent and leaf , with JoshRT continuing as head coach. The organisation has secured partnered status for 2027 but has not announced valyn ’s replacement.