SAW has placed Michel “ewjerkz” Pinta on the transfer list, citing his interest in pursuing opportunities on the international stage. To fill the vacancy, SAW has signed José “Shr” Gil, who previously played for SAW Youngsters in 2021 and has since competed with several Portuguese teams, most recently GTZ.

ewjerkz’s Contribution to SAW

Michel “ewjerkz” Pinta joined SAW in July 2022 and quickly became a crucial team member. Over two years, he led SAW to its first-ever Major appearance at PGL Major Copenhagen 2024 and achieved a spot in the world’s top 10 rankings. His performance, marked by an average rating of 6.4 over the past year, highlighted his consistency and skill, especially in opening duels. His standout moments include SAW’s semifinal run at IEM Cologne 2024, where he often led the frag count and showcased his abilities on the international stage.

Challenges for SAW

The departure of ewjerkz adds to a series of difficulties for SAW following Rafael “arrozdoce” Wing’s benching in October and the termination of coach Dani “BERRY” Kruyger’s contract. BERRY had previously guided the team to a top-4 finish at IEM Cologne. SAW now faces the task of maintaining its standing on the global scene with the following lineup:

  • Christopher “MUTiRiS” Fernandes
  • Ricardo “roman” Oliveira
  • João “story“ Vieira
  • André “Ag1l” Gil
  • José “Shr” Gil (new addition)

Mike “Golden“ Selim continues as head coach, while arrozdoce and ewjerkz are now on the reserve and transfer lists, respectively.

Shr’s Role and Future Expectations

Shr’s promotion to the main roster marks a turning point for SAW. The 23-year-old is expected to step into ewjerkz’s role and support the team during this transitional phase. Fans are eager to see how SAW adapts to these changes in upcoming competitions.

ewjerkz’s Accomplishments with SAW

  • Reaching the Challengers Stage at PGL Major Copenhagen 2024
  • Securing a top-4 finish at IEM Cologne 2024

This transfer period signals a new chapter for both SAW and ewjerkz, with the latter setting his sights on advancing his career internationally.