Esports organization FaZe Clan has confirmed the return of Helvijs “broky” Saukants to their primary Counter-Strike 2 roster. This roster move effectively concludes the temporary tenure of Ukrainian AWPer Oleksandr “s1mple” Kostyliev with the team.
Broky had been inactive from the main lineup since May. During this period, s1mple, who joined FaZe on a temporary loan arrangement from Natus Vincere (Na`Vi), stepped in to compete with the team. S1mple represented FaZe Clan at recent major tournaments, including IEM Dallas and stages of the BLAST Major circuit. While FaZe has now announced Broky`s reinstatement, a separate official statement regarding the specific termination of s1mple`s loan agreement has not yet been publicly issued by the organization, a detail that is, charitably speaking, characteristic of roster-change timings.
The announcement of Broky`s return was made through FaZe Clan`s official channels on the social media platform X. The organization accompanied the news with a quote attributed to the player or team, indicating his readiness to rejoin competitive play: “Charged up, refreshed, and ready as ever.”
Broky is a long-standing and integral component of the FaZe Clan lineup, contributing significantly with both the AWP and rifles. His return restores the familiar core structure and dynamic of the team that has achieved considerable success. S1mple, while a player of unparalleled individual skill, represents a different tactical profile, and Broky`s re-integration into the lineup suggests a return to the strategic approach that has historically defined this FaZe roster. The team will now focus on leveraging Broky`s established synergy and skillset as they prepare for upcoming competitions.
