In a significant update to the IEM Chengdu 2024 roster, ESL has announced in X the withdrawal of Complexity Gaming and M80 from the upcoming Counter-Strike 2 tournament. Stepping up to the challenge are North America's Team Liquid and Wildcard Gaming, which finished second and third, respectively, in the regional qualifiers. 

Two teams have been replaced for #IEM Chengdu. Whilst @M80gg and @Complexity have withdrawn, @TeamLiquid and @Wildcard_GG will replace them in the upcoming tournament.

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The reason behind Complexity's and M80's withdrawal has not been officially disclosed, though there have been reports suggesting visa issues for entry into China as a potential cause.

Set to run from April 8-14, the LAN event in Chengdu, China, will feature 16 teams, including big names like Cloud9, G2, MOUZ, and FaZe Clan, all competing for a $250,000 prize pool. Additionally, the victor of the event will secure a much-coveted slot at IEM Cologne 2024.

Stay connected for more details as they emerge on this developing story.

Source: X