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Natus Vincere, better known as NAVI, has officially entered the Marvel Rivals esports scene after signing the roster that recently won the Mid-Season Finals. The Ukrainian organisation, famous for its success in titles like Counter-Strike and Dota 2, announced the move on 16 September with the bold statement, “We are inevitable. NAVI is joining Marvel Rivals.”

The timing couldn’t be better. Marvel Rivals has quickly become one of the most talked-about competitive shooters of 2025, and NAVI is set to debut in the Marvel Rivals Ignite 2025 autumn split for the EMEA region. That tournament begins on 18 September and carries a $250,000 prize pool, with three spots up for grabs at the Marvel Rivals Ignite Grand Finals later this year.

NAVI’s Marvel Rivals roster

The full seven-player lineup, plus analyst, includes:

  • Nikolai “Naga” Dereli
  • Maxwell “fate” Currie
  • Rasmus “Raajaro” Rosvall
  • Mark “Lv1Crook” Leveleki – named Finals MVP in Guangzhou
  • Oliver “TrqstMe” Pöhler
  • Majd “Crysis” Gerges
  • Jurica “Jur3ky” Risek
  • Analyst: Skyza, who also worked with the squad during their Mid-Season Finals victory

The roster comes with plenty of pedigree. In August, while playing under Rad EU, they won the first-ever Marvel Rivals LAN in Guangzhou, China, which featured a massive $500,000 prize pool. That victory cemented the team as one of the strongest in the new esport.

Roster shakeups and rivalries

Not every player from that championship-winning run made the move to NAVI. Adam “Meliø” Jensen departed before the announcement, joining Citadel Gaming (formerly Brr Brr Patapim), the EMEA Stage 1 champions. That sets up a spicy storyline for Ignite Stage 2, where Meliø will face off against his former teammates under a new banner.

The Marvel Rivals scene is already buzzing with activity ahead of the autumn split. While NAVI steps into the spotlight, other major roster changes are shaking things up. Season 2 EMEA champions Ex Oblivionne recently announced their exit from competition, and Rad Esports, after releasing its EU roster, is making a comeback in the Americas with a brand-new lineup. Meanwhile, Sentinels have also rebuilt their roster, parting ways with three of their original Mid-Season Finals players.

A big moment for Marvel Rivals esports

Marvel Rivals launched to massive hype earlier this year, quickly attracting major organisations like 100 Thieves, Gen.G, and Sentinels. With NAVI now entering the mix, the Ignite circuit gains even more prestige and credibility. The addition of a championship-winning roster gives NAVI instant contender status, and their presence could be pivotal in keeping the game’s esports scene thriving at a time when competition from titles like Overwatch remains fierce.

Fans won’t have to wait long to see NAVI in action. Their Marvel Rivals debut kicks off in the Ignite autumn split on 18 September, with all eyes on whether this stacked roster can carry their winning momentum into NAVI’s iconic black-and-yellow colours.