Virtus.pro commented on the replacement of a player after their failure at the Riyadh Masters

Vladislav “Rein” Kosygin stated that although he is not authorized to disclose the details of Artem “Lorenof” Melnik's replacement in Virtus.pro at FISSURE Universe: Episode 6 Play-In, after a disappointing performance at Riyadh Masters 2025, the team is facing inevitable changes on a permanent basis.

The Virtus.pro player shared the relevant information on Twitch.

“I can't say what happened, but Lorenof just won't be there. Let's put it this way, we didn't kick anyone out, but someone won't be playing. That's how it is. The lineup will not be 100% the same as at Riyadh Masters 2025, but I don't know who will replace him.”

In the FISSURE Universe: Episode 6 tournament, Artem “Lorenof” Melnik will be replaced by Andrey “Serenada” Kushnarev, who previously played for 9Pandas and ASAKURA. The esports organization has not made any official statements regarding the replacement, but the roster with the stand-in was presented by the tournament organizers.

Virtus.pro roster for FISSURE Universe: Episode 6 Play-In

• Alik “V-Tune” Vorobey

• Andrey “Serenada” Kushnarev

• Nikita “Daxak” Kuzmin

• Vladislav “Antares” Kertman

• Vladislav “Rein” Kosygin

• Artem “fng” Barshak (coach)

We would like to remind you that earlier, Nikita “Daxak” Kuzmin commented on Virtus.pro's elimination from Riyadh Masters 2025, stating that the roster had completely failed.