JL explains biggest difference between playing with s1mple and new CS2 teammate w0nderful

S1mple went on an indefinite break from competing on Oct. 26, causing Natus Vincere to fill his spot with Ihor “w0nderful” Zhdanov. While CS fans wait to see how the move pans out, Justinas “jL” Lekavicius explained the differences between them in an interview with HLTV on Nov. 16.

The expectations around w0nderful are pretty high, not only because he’s a talented youngster who deserved a shot at the highest level of CS2 pro play but also because he’s filling in for none other than CS:GO’s very own GOAT. While jL acknowledged what everybody knew—that w0nderful isn’t exactly s1mple—he believes the 18-year-old has what it takes to evolve and become a great player.