After a disappointing run at Champions 2023, Natus Vincere’s VALORANT team is set to make significant changes during the VCT offseason. According to reports, the team will be parting ways with superstar duelist Mehmet “cNed” İpek, signaling the start of a major retooling for the top 10 team.
Throughout the year, NAVI failed to break into the upper echelon of the competition, finishing fourth in the EMEA League, being eliminated early in Masters Tokyo, placing second in the EMEA Last Chance Qualifiers, and delivering a poor performance at this year’s Champions. These results have left NAVI with no choice but to make changes.
Despite the lackluster team results, cNed had some impressive individual performances, particularly during the EMEA League. He ranked sixth in average combat score and eighth in average damage per round, showcasing his talent and potential.
However, cNed might face challenges ahead due to Riot’s recent Jett nerfs, which are expected to remove her from the competitive and solo queue meta. Nevertheless, his fragging ability should not be underestimated on other agents like Neon, Raze, and Yoru, making him an attractive prospect for other teams in need of firepower.
As the VCT Champions concludes, marking the start of the offseason, it remains uncertain where cNed will end up. However, with teams likely to shuffle players, there may be opportunities for the young Turkish star to find a new home.
| Date | Tournament | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | EMEA League | 4th place |
| 2023 | Masters Tokyo | Early elimination |
| 2023 | EMEA Last Chance Qualifiers | 2nd place |
| 2023 | Champions | Poor performance |
Source: DOTESPORTS
