Navigators of the Universe clinched victory in the World Cup tournament.
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Taking down G2, the Ukrainian esports squad secured a 2:1 victory, with the final score line being a convincing one.
The team started off shaky in the Ancient map (14:16), but managed to turn it around swiftly and take the lead in Nuke (13:6). Their dominance continued on Inferno map (13:6), firming their standing.
These victories followed their earlier wins against Brazilian Furia, German Mouze, and Faze Clan.
Notably, NaVi clinched the top spot at the inaugural CS2 major, PGL Major Copenhagen 2024, demonstrating their battling prowess.
NaVi, a renowned Ukrainian esports organization with a global reach, excels in titles such as CS:GO/CS2, Dota 2, and Clash of Clans. Their CS:GO division features both a main roster and a youth team (NAVI Junior), which has been outperforming expectations as of late.
Their recent exploits include NAVI Junior securing a hefty $198,000 in winnings over a six-month period, netting more than the main roster during the same timeframe. Their biggest triumph was the YaLLa Compass Qatar 2025 victory, where they walked away with a $150,000 prize, signifying a significant milestone for the organization.
While the main team faced challenges at tournaments like the ESL Pro League and IEM Melbourne 2025, they still managed to secure top-four finishes at BLAST Bounty and IEM Katowice 2025. These efforts propelled them to 4th place in the HLTV global rankings by late April 2025.
Rumors abound regarding potential roster changes post-Major, with Ihor "w0nderful" Zhdanov, who boasts a 1.16 rating and a 66% clutch success rate, being a central figure on the team as the AWPer. There's also ongoing chatter about the possibility of s1mple's return, but for now, the organization remains steadfast with its current roster formation.
With their resurgence in rankings and NAVI Junior's rapid rise, it's a period of rebuilding for the team, blending veteran knowledge with the fresh perspectives of upcoming talent.
In the year 2024, Ukrainian esports organization NaVi, recognized globally for their success in CS:GO/CS2, Dota 2, and Clash of Clans, achieved a significant advantage by securing the top spot at the CS2 Major, PGL Major Copenhagen 2024. More recently, NAVI Junior, their youth team, demonstrated impressive performance by amassing $198,000 in winnings over a six-month period, outperforming the main roster during the same timeframe. This rebuilding phase for NaVi blends the knowledge of veteran players with the fresh perspectives of upcoming talent, positioning them for potential success in the sports domain beyond 2024.
