Mir Joins Virtus.pro as New IGL

On February 20, Virtus.pro officially announced the return of Nikolay “mir” Bityukov to the main roster. The experienced player will take over the role of in-game leader (IGL), becoming the new captain of the CS2 squad.

This is not mir’s first stint under the VP banner. During the 2023–2024 period, he represented the organization and helped secure several notable titles, including victories at CCT Season 1 Online Finals 2, Roobet Cup 2023, and ESL Challenger at DreamHack Atlanta 2023. His previous success with the team makes this reunion a strategic move aimed at restoring consistency and competitive stability.

Mir is widely recognized for his versatility, strong game sense, and ability to adapt to different roles when needed. As an IGL, he brings structure, discipline, and calm decision-making under pressure — qualities that could play a key role in shaping Virtus.pro’s next competitive chapter in CS2.

Earlier, the organization also announced that tO0RO, b1st, and ProbLeM will represent VP.Prodigy at two upcoming LAN events — WEX Season 1 and CIS LAN Championship 3. This move highlights VP’s ongoing efforts to refine both its main and academy rosters.

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Virtus.pro confirmed that roster formation is still in progress, with additional announcements expected soon. With mir back at the helm, the team appears ready to rebuild and aim for strong results on the international CS2 stage.

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