Rumor: Nisha could take a break as boxi considers retirement

Rumor: Nisha could take a break as boxi considers retirement

Team Liquid could enter the next Dota 2 season without Michal "Nisha" Jankowski and Samuel "boxi" Svahn as the organization reportedly prepares for significant roster changes.

According to OFFSTAGE journalists, Nisha is expected to temporarily step away from professional competition, while boxi could leave Team Liquid and retire.

Neither player has publicly confirmed the reports.

Nisha reportedly planning a break

Nisha is expected to take time away from competitive Dota 2, although the reported length of his absence remains unknown.

The Polish mid laner has represented Team Liquid since 2022 and was part of the roster that won The International 2024.

boxi could end his professional career

boxi has been with Team Liquid since 2019 and could now bring his long tenure with the organization to an end.

If both players leave, Michael "miCKe" Vu would become the only remaining member of Team Liquid 's The International 2024-winning roster.

Team Liquid enjoyed several strong results during the 2026 season before finishing 5th-6th at The International 2026.

The team eliminated Team Falcons in the playoffs before eventually falling to tournament champions Team Spirit .

Current Team Liquid roster

• Michael "miCKe" Vu

• Michal "Nisha" Jankowski

• Marcus "Ace" Hoelgaard

• Samuel "boxi" Svahn

• Erik "tOfu" Engel

• William "BlitZ" Lee — coach

The potential departures remain unconfirmed.