Fnatic’s Unveil New Valorant Roster at INZONE London Clash
Fnatic kicked off their VCT 2026 preparations with a bang at the INZONE London Clash 2025. In a live showmatch against GIANTX, they unveiled their revamped lineup, securing a hard fought 2-1 win. This moment marked the end of an era without Timofey “Chronicle” Khromov, who defected to Team Vitality, and the dawn of a more flexible, youth infused squad.
HE’S FINALLY HERE.
JOINING A TEAM FULL OF LEGACY TO CREATE HIS OWN.
FNATIC Veqaj 🧡 pic.twitter.com/9drya0Sg5K
— FNATIC (@FNATIC) November 9, 2025
Key Roster Shake-Up: Who’s In and Who’s Out
The core shake-up? Sylvain “Veqaj” Pattyn joins from Gentle Mates as the new flex player, filling Chronicle’s void with his multi-role mastery. The rest of the lineup holds steady:
- Jake “Boaster” Howlett: IGL and sentinel mainstay, his leadership and banter keep the team glued.
- Emir Ali “Alfajer” Beder: Anchor rifler, known for post plant dominance and clutch plays.
- Kajetan “kaajak” Haremski: 19 year old duelist sensation, bringing aggressive flair.
- Austin “crashies” Roberts: American utility flex, leveraging CS:GO grit for controller/sentinel duties.
This blend of vets and prodigies aims to recapture Fnatic’s trophy winning form after a solid but silverware free 2025.
Spotlight on the New Flex: Veqaj’s Debut
The spotlight fell brightest on Sylvain “Veqaj” Pattyn, the French prodigy. In a pre match chat with Yinsu Collins, Veqaj confirmed his role as the ultimate flex, adapting seamlessly across agents to fit the team’s tactical whims.
He wasted no time proving his worth in the GIANTX series. Flexing across Viper, Killjoy, and Jett, he notched a 45/39/5 KDA:
- Bind (13-4 Win): Locked down sites with precise utility.
- Haven (13-7 Win): Seamless rotations highlighted team synergy.
- Abyss (11-13 Loss): Showed resilience despite the close defeat.
For Fnatic, the 2-1 triumph was more than a W, it was validation. A home crowd roaring, a newcomer slotting in like he’d always belonged, and a tactical blueprint etched in stone. As VCT EMEA gears up for its return, Fnatic’s message is unequivocal, the kings are reloaded and ready to reclaim their throne. This wasn’t just a match it was a manifesto.
Image sourced by Fnatic/Inzone London Clash
Road Ahead: Tune Ups and Title Hopes
Next stop is Red Bull Home Ground in New York (November 13-16), an ideal off season test. After 2025’s near misses, this roster screams redemption. EMEA’s evolving format demands versatility, and Fnatic’s cohesion hints at Champions contention. Will Veqaj spark a dynasty revival? The black and orange faithful are hyped 2026 could be their year.
Since: October 29, 2025
