Shox Suggests NAVI Could Make Roster Changes if They Fail to Qualify for PGL Major Singapore 2026

Former professional Counter-Strike player Richard "shox" Papillon has shared his thoughts on the future of Natus Vincere. According to the French veteran, the team's upcoming tournaments could determine not only their chances of qualifying for PGL Major Singapore 2026 but also the future of their current roster.

NAVI find themselves in a difficult position as the final stage of the qualification race for the Singapore Major approaches. The team has yet to secure an invitation to the tournament, and their upcoming performances could play a decisive role in determining their future.

Shox believes the squad still has an opportunity to turn things around, but time is quickly running out.

"It's not too late for NAVI to bounce back, but time is definitely working against them. The coming weeks will be crucial for the future of this roster because an organization like NAVI won't tolerate missing a Major or continued stagnation in 2027," shox stated.

The French veteran also emphasized that he would be happy to see NAVI succeed. However, if the team fails to deliver, he doubts the current lineup will remain unchanged heading into the next season.

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Why Are NAVI at Risk of Missing the Major?

NAVI's situation is complicated by fierce competition in the Valve Regional Standings (VRS), the ranking system used to determine invitations to major Counter-Strike 2 tournaments.

To secure a spot at PGL Major Singapore 2026, the team needs to improve its position in the rankings. This makes every upcoming event particularly important, as even a few disappointing results could significantly impact their final standing.

NAVI are also one of the most successful organizations in Counter-Strike history. The club has participated in every Major championship, meaning that missing the Singapore event would represent a significant setback for the organization and its legacy.

PGL Masters Bucharest Could Be a Decisive Test

NAVI's next tournament will be PGL Masters Bucharest 2026, scheduled to take place in Romania from October 24 to 31.

The event will provide the team with an important opportunity to improve its ranking before Major invitations are finalized. A strong performance could help NAVI strengthen their position and increase their chances of qualifying for the biggest tournament of the final part of the season.

However, other competing teams will also be fighting for valuable ranking positions, making the challenge particularly difficult for Aleksi "Aleksib" Virolainen and his teammates.

Could NAVI Make Roster Changes?

As of October 13, 2026, NAVI's CS2 roster consists of:

• Aleksi "Aleksib" Virolainen — In-game Leader

• Valerij "b1t" Vakhovsjkyj

• Ihor "w0nderful" Zhdanov

• Ivan "iM" Mihai

• Drin "makazze" Shaqiri

• Andrii "B1ad3" Horodenskyi — Coach

According to shox, the results of the upcoming tournaments could directly influence the future of this lineup. If NAVI fail to qualify for the Major or continue delivering inconsistent performances, the organization's management may consider making roster changes ahead of the 2027 season.

However, no official announcements regarding potential replacements have been made. Shox's comments remain an expert assessment of the situation rather than confirmation of any planned roster moves.

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What's Next for NAVI?

The coming weeks could be a turning point for NAVI. The team must not only fight for a place at PGL Major Singapore 2026 but also prove that its current lineup is capable of competing against the world's strongest Counter-Strike 2 teams.

A successful run in Bucharest could shift the momentum in NAVI's favor and ease the pressure on the players. On the other hand, another disappointing performance could leave the organization without a Major appearance and raise serious questions about the future of its roster.

PGL Major Singapore 2026 is scheduled to begin on November 24. By then, it will be clear whether NAVI have managed to maintain their historic streak of Major appearances or whether the organization will face the prospect of rebuilding ahead of the 2027 competitive season.