OG Esports is shaking up the Dota 2 competitive landscape by unveiling its new all-Filipino roster. This strategic shift sees the organization moving its operations from Europe to the vibrant gaming scene in the Philippines, marking a significant change in its competitive journey.
The Big Reveal
A dramatic two-minute trailer introduced this bold move, highlighting OG Esports’ transition and its fresh lineup. The team now features the entire roster from Team Aureus, a squad that recently made waves at BLAST Slam IV. OG Esports will now compete in the South East Asia region with this new all-Filipino team.
Meet The Players
This revamped lineup brings together some highly skilled players. John ‘Natsumi’ Anthony Vargas, Erin ‘Yopaj-‘ Jasper Ferrer, Nikko ‘Nikko’ Bilocura, Timothy ‘TIMS’ Randrup, and Rolen ‘skem’ Andrei Gabriel Ong form the core of the team. Their coach, Adam ‘343’ Erwann Shah bin Akhtar Husseih, brings valuable experience from his previous role at Fnatic. Notably, Natsumi has a history of success, having played for Talon Esports and winning the MESA Invitational in 2024. Nikko, or ‘Force’, also has an impressive background, having secured a victory at the Dota 2 World Invitationals. Players like Yopaj, Tims, and Skem have also showcased their talent with BOOM Esports, achieving notable victories in 2022.
OG Esports in Dota 2
OG Esports has been a prominent name in the Dota 2 scene, with a legacy of success including their historic back-to-back victories at The International in 2018 and 2019. While 2025 has seen mixed results, with the team finishing ninth in DreamLeague Division 2, the organization remains committed to achieving greater success. The new roster’s first major test will be at the PGL Wallachia Season 6, where they’ll face top international teams for a share of a $1m prize pool. Fans eagerly await to see how this all-Filipino roster will perform on such a prestigious stage.