Virtus.pro announced a replacement in their Dota 2 lineup

Abed Azil “Abed” Yusop will not be able to participate in the FISSURE Universe: Episode 8 Dota 2 tournament as part of Virtus.pro.

The announcement was made on Telegram.

"Serenada will replace Abed at FISSURE Universe: Episode 8.

Abed is forced to miss the tournament due to visa preparations for ESL One Birmingham 2026 — at this point, he will be replaced by the mid laner of our youth team."

According to a statement from the esports organization, Abed Azal “Abed” Yusop will not be able to participate in the tournament due to visa issues. For the duration of FISSURE Universe: Episode 8, the esports player will be replaced on Virtus.pro by youth roster player Andrei “Serenada” Kushnarev.

Earlier, Timur “Ahilles” Kulmukhambetov announced the possible transfer of Gleb “Kiyotaka” Zyryanov to Virtus.pro's Dota 2 roster.