The French esports team 3DMAX made an unexpected move, replacing Djoko with bodyy in the lineup ahead of the PGL Cluj-Napoca 2025 tournament. The information was published by a popular streamer and KRL insider on social media.

“Djoko has been transferred to the bench, and bodyy will make his debut with the team at PGL Cluj-Napoca 2025,” the statement reads.

Context of the replacement

Djoko joined 3DMAX in November 2023, but the team's recent results at major tournaments did not meet expectations. bodyy, who previously played for Fnatic, has a lot of experience and is likely to become a key element in building a new team strategy.

What to expect at PGL Cluj-Napoca 2025?

PGL Cluj-Napoca 2025, which will take place from February 14 to 23, will bring together 16 of the best teams in the world. The prize pool of the tournament is $1,250,000, of which $400,000 will go to the winner.

3DMAX expects to improve its position and fight for high places thanks to this replacement. bodyy, who has experience playing at Tier-1 tournaments, can be an important reinforcement in a difficult competition.

Djoko hasn't won any awards with 3DMAX, his best achievement is the Legends stage at the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024. The average player rating is 6.0.

Community reaction

The news sparked a heated discussion among fans and experts. Some consider this step risky due to the short adaptation time before the tournament, while others support the decision, pointing to the great potential of bodyy.

“This is the right move. Bodyy has experience and can stabilize the team in critical matches,” said one Twitter user.

The PGL Cluj-Napoca 2025 will be an important test for 3DMAX and will also show whether the risk with the new replacement is worth it.