Watson Joins Gaimin Gladiators
Watson Joins Gaimin Gladiators Ahead of BB Dacha Belgrade 2024
On October 4, 2024, professional Dota 2 player Alimzhan "Watson" Islambekov officially joined Gaimin Gladiators, as announced by the team on their social media channels.
Watson will be replacing Anton "dyrachyo" Shkredov, who was moved to the team's inactive roster on October 3. The newly-formed lineup's first tournament will be the BB Dacha Belgrade 2024, set to take place from October 19 to 26. Fans can explore the event's format in the official reports.
Watson began his esports career in 2018 and has since achieved significant success. His accolades include winning the 1win Series Dota 2 Spring and FISSURE Universe: Episode 2. Most recently, Watson placed 5th-6th at The International 2024. Throughout his career, he has earned over $161,000 in prize money.
The current Gaimin Gladiators roster features:
- Alimzhan "Watson" Islambekov
- Quinn "Quinn" Callahan
- Marcus "Ace" Hoelgaard
- Erik "tOfu" Engel
- Melchior "Seleri" Hillenkamp
This roster change marks a new chapter for the Gladiators as they prepare to compete in upcoming high-stakes events.

Danil Chepil on esports-maailman asiantuntija, joka on seurannut esports-maailmaa vuodesta 2014 lähtien. Hän on erikoistunut Counter-Strikeen, Dota 2:een ja VALORANTtiin.
Danil aloitti tutustumisen ja yhteistyön EgamersWorldin kanssa vuonna 2022, kun hän ei Venäjän hyökkäyksen jälkeen voinut enää jatkaa uraansa baarimikkona.
Tuolloin hän ei vielä tajunnut, että hänellä oli lahjakkuutta uutisten ja artikkelien kirjoittamiseen esports- ja peliaiheista.





