Team Liquid Bench Saberlight in the Post TI Shuffle
The aftermath of The International 2025 has brought significant roster changes across the competitive Dota 2 scene. Among the most notable moves, Team Liquid decided to place Jonáš “SabeRLight-” Volek on the bench following a disappointing tournament run. This decision reflects the broader wave of adjustments taking place as organizations reassess their lineups for the upcoming season.
The post-TI period has once again proven to be a time of rapid transitions, with established players shifting teams and new rosters forming under well-known banners. These changes highlight the constant evolution of the professional scene, where performance at the year’s biggest event often shapes the direction teams take moving forward.
SaberLight moved to the bench during roster shuffle
Team Liquid’s disappointing run at The International 2025 led to immediate roster adjustments. After failing to progress past the Swiss Stage, the organization placed Jonáš “SabeRLight-” Volek on the inactive list. The move signals a shift in direction for the former TI champions, who have yet to confirm a permanent replacement in the offlane role.
The current active roster now consists of:
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Michael „miCKe“ Vu | Carry |
| Michał „Nisha“ Jankowski | Mid |
| Samuel „Boxi“ Svahn | Support |
| Aydin „Insania“ Sarkohi | Captain / Support |
SabeRLight joined Liquid after their TI 2024 title run, stepping into a roster already under heavy scrutiny. His time with the team included victories at PGL Wallachia Season 3 and 4, along with a win at FISSURE Universe: Episode 5, showing that the squad could still secure notable results outside of TI competition. Despite these achievements, the early exit from TI 2025 overshadowed their progress and triggered the reshuffle.
Instead of being released outright, SabeRLight has been loaned to AVULUS, a roster looking to strengthen ahead of the DreamLeague Season 27 qualifiers. This arrangement allows Liquid to retain his contract rights while giving the Czech offlaner an opportunity to compete immediately.
The decision also reflects Liquid’s cautious approach to roster rebuilding. By keeping SabeRLight under contract, they maintain flexibility in case future roster changes require additional options. However, his long-term future with the team appears uncertain, especially if AVULUS performs well in upcoming events.
For now, Liquid continues without a confirmed offlane replacement, while SabeRLight begins a new chapter competing under a different banner. The coming months will determine whether this move is temporary or the start of a permanent transition.
