After six years of consistent contribution and international recognition, Team Spirit has officially moved Boris ‘magixx’ Vorobyev to its inactive roster. This change comes just ahead of IEM Cologne 2025 and signals the end of an era for one of the team’s longest serving and most impactful players. The decision marks a significant shift for the squad as they bring in fresh talent with 17 year old Ivan ‘zweih’ Gogin, a rising star who most recently played for Nemiga Gaming.
Magixx joined Team Spirit in 2019 and quickly became a foundational part of the squad. Over the years, he helped craft the identity and playstyle that made Team Spirit one of the most formidable lineups in the Counter Strike scene. Known for his steady rifling and tactical composure, magixx’s impact extended far beyond his kill death ratio. He played over one thousand maps for the organization and was part of every key roster transition, tournament strategy, and structural evolution the team underwent.
Team Spirit acknowledged this legacy in their official statement, expressing heartfelt appreciation for his dedication and contribution. They credited him for shaping the team’s philosophy and being an irreplaceable figure through many of its formative and victorious years. His departure is being treated as a respectful closure to a major chapter rather than a simple roster shuffle.
2024 stood out as magixx’s most triumphant year, where he helped Team Spirit secure wins at major events such as IEM Katowice, the Perfect World Shanghai Major, BLAST Premier Spring Final, and BetBoom Dacha Belgrade. These victories not only cemented his name among the elite but also elevated Team Spirit into a new tier of global competition. In 2025, they added another trophy with their PGL Astana win over Astralis, but their recent performance at the BLAST.tv Austin Major showed signs of needing a refresh.
Enter zweih, a 17 year old talent who has already begun making waves on the competitive scene. His recent performance at the BLAST.tv Austin Major impressed many, especially his climb from Stage 1 to Stage 3. Bringing in such a young player speaks to Team Spirit’s confidence in building for the future while maintaining their competitive edge.
Magixx has not yet commented on what’s next for him, but the tone of the announcement makes it clear that both parties have parted ways on good terms. With his level of experience and record of high pressure performances, it is likely that top tier teams will show interest in acquiring him soon. For now, fans and peers alike are left to reflect on a career that defined a generation of Team Spirit gameplay.
As Team Spirit prepares to head into IEM Cologne 2025 with a new lineup, all eyes will be on zweih to see if he can step into some very big shoes. Meanwhile, the community will be watching closely to see where magixx’s next chapter unfolds.
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