NineFly are searching for a new in-game leader after releasing Liam "zBanss" Dunagan from their Counter-Strike 2 roster. The departure was confirmed by the player himself through a post on social media platform X.
The split comes after NineFly struggled during ESEA Advanced Season 58, finishing with a disappointing 6-8 record that left them outside playoff contention. Following the underwhelming results, the organization opted to make changes heading into Season 59.
In his announcement, zBanss didn't hold back his frustration with the recent campaign, describing the season as a "roster shitshow." The former in-game leader expressed his intention to find a more stable team environment moving forward, signaling his readiness to continue competing at a high level.
The departure leaves NineFly with four players on their active roster: Justin "JTrops" Masters, David "dash" Siegel, Jackson "brooks" Parker, and Griffin "Griffin" Kozel. The team will need to find a suitable replacement who can fill the crucial IGL role before ESEA Advanced Season 59 gets underway.
With the new season approaching, NineFly face pressure to rebuild quickly and improve upon their previous performance. The search for a new in-game leader will be critical to their success in the upcoming competition.
