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|seo_title="arrozdoce" Benched by NiP
|seo_keywords=NiP
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|tags=Ninjas in Pyjamas
|date=2025-07-10T11:35:27.000Z
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|source=Hltv
|url=https://www.hltv.org/news/42148/nip-bench-arrozdoce-xkacpersky-joins-on-loan
|article=News/&#34;arrozdoce&#34; Benched by NiP
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|author=Andura
|category=Transfer Market
|content=Ninjas in Pyjamas have made a major change to their Counter-Strike lineup, benching Portuguese rifler Rafael "⁠arrozdoce⁠" Wing after six months with the team. Taking his place is Polish rising star Kacper "⁠xKacpersky⁠" Gabara, who joins the roster on loan from ENCE.

NiP were in advanced discussions with ENCE to secure xKacpersky, who previously developed his skills with [[Companies/Ninjas in Pyjamas|Ninjas in Pyjamas]]’ academy team, Young Ninjas. Highly sought-after in recent months, the 19-year-old was also on G2’s radar before they opted to sign Matúš "⁠MATYS⁠" Šimko instead.

xKacpersky’s performances in 2025 have made him one of the most promising prospects in the tier-two scene. During his time with ENCE, he emerged as their top performer, averaging a 1.15 rating and playing a pivotal role in the team’s consistent runs deep into second-tier tournaments.

Meanwhile, arrozdoce’s departure from the active lineup brings a short but eventful stint to a close. The 23-year-old joined NiP at the beginning of 2025 after a breakout year with SAW in 2024. Initially sidelined while NiP fielded veteran Audric "⁠JACKZ⁠" Jug to earn wildcard entries, arrozdoce eventually earned his spot in the starting five.

Though NiP struggled in the early months — even failing to qualify for several CCT-level online tournaments — momentum began to shift in April. The team surprised many with a strong qualifying campaign for PGL Astana, which marked a turning point in their form.

A tournament victory at Fragadelphia Las Vegas, a solid playoff appearance at PGL Astana, and several respectable finishes online helped NiP climb the VRS rankings significantly. They entered the summer player break just inside the top 20, signaling a resurgence in form after a rocky start to the year.

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