G2, one of the world’s leading entertainment and esports brands, has today announced its successful Series B investment round. The round was led by the investment arm of the Wilf family, WISE Ventures, who have become part of G2’s ownership group. Among the multiple new investors joining them are The Tornante Company (owned by former Paramount Pictures and The Walt Disney Company CEO) , Gary Vaynerchuk, and G2’s own leadership team.

The capital raised from the Series B investment round will be used towards venturing into new titles, a wider global expansion for the organisation, and G2’s direct-to-fans offerings. Funds will also be utilised for wider investment into the Call of Duty League (CDL), after acquiring full ownership of esports organisation Version1’s Minnesota Rokkr’s Call of Duty League slot. This acquisition of Minnesota Rokkr follows G2 obtaining operating rights to Minnesota Rokkr in late 2023 through a strategic partnership with Version1, owned and operated by the Wilf family. G2 is renowned for being one of the most decorated clubs in the world with over 100 first-place finishes across the last decade, competing in major league titles including League of Legends, Counter-Strike 2, VALORANT, Sim Racing and Rainbox Six Siege.

Funds will also be used toward a broader diversification of G2’s direct-to-fans offerings including updates to its fan-focused app, major content projects and exciting new campaigns that are yet to be announced. With over 30 million fans globally and boasting partnerships with some of the most prestigious mainstream brands globally including Mastercard, Red Bull, Ralph Lauren and Oakley, G2 will look to further establish itself as one of the most successful organisations worldwide, and continue to solidify esports as the new generation of sports.

The investment round introduced multiple new investors, while also seeing existing investors increase their contributions to the organisation. Notable additions to G2’s elite ownership team and shareholder base include WISE Ventures, the investment arm of the Wilf family, owners of the NFL’s Minnesota Vikings and MLS and NWSL teams Orlando City SC and Pride and real estate development company Garden Homes, among other holdings, as well as investor and entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk, and the investment arm of former Paramount Pictures and The Walt Disney Company CEO, The Tornante Company.

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Previous investors, including Jens Hilgers (Founder of Bitkraft and ESL), Al Tylis (part owner of Necaxa (MX Liga), Wrexham (Welsh Football club), DC United (MLS), DC Pickleball) and Bluepool (owners of Brooklyn Nets (NBA) and New York Liberty (WNBA) ), also increased their investments during this round. Additionally, G2’s leadership team joined as investors and shareholders, reflecting their commitment and confidence in the Company’s future.

New and existing investors join a roster of previous investors that include ties to McLaren Racing, Baltimore Orioles (MLB), LAFC (MLS), Tampa Bay Lightning (NHL) and Portuguese footballer Andre Gomes.

Alban Dechelotte, CEO of G2, comments: “This successful investment round and the addition of our new investors showcases G2’s strength and value as an organisation. This year is our 10th anniversary, and looking back over the last decade, we’ve not only built a globally successful brand with teams that are consistently on top, but also we’ve built a valuable business that’s been profitable for multiple years. As we look ahead, we’re excited to keep building our legacy to become a next generation sports organisation.”

Konrad von Moltke, Principal of WISE Ventures, added: “Since getting to know G2’s management team in early 2023 we have continued to be impressed with their strategic vision, work ethic, operational excellence and communication. We are thrilled to be partnering with G2 on their next stage of growth.”

Jonathan Wilf, Controlling Owner of Version1, commented: “G2 and Version1 are a natural fit. We are fully invested in the future of esports – our partnership with G2 and our investment in this funding round is a testament to that. We are excited to build on the legacy of Version1, and we can’t wait to bring more championships to G2’s global fanbase.”

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Celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2025, G2 will be inviting fans to celebrate with exclusive events, exciting new merch collaborations with major global IPs, content drops, and more, looking back at 10 successful years, and looking forward to the organisation’s bright future.

ExitLag, created to help enhance internet connections and reduce latency through its multi-path technology, announced it has partnered with TALON, one of the most prominent esports organisations in the APAC region. As part of this collaboration, ExitLag will become an official sponsor of TALON Esports, supporting their teams competing in League of Legends (Taiwan), Valorant (South Korea), Dota 2 (Philippines) and ROV (Thailand).

With this partnership, ExitLag reinforces its commitment to supporting top-tier esports teams and players by optimising their connectivity and ensuring a smoother, lag-free competitive experience. Talon Esports has established a formidable reputation as a dominant force in competitive gaming across the APAC region. By sponsoring TALON, ExitLag strengthens its expansion into the Asian gaming market, ensuring that professional and amateur gamers alike have access to superior network performance.

“Esports is built on the foundation of precision, speed, skill, and seamless gameplay. At ExitLag, we are dedicated to providing competitive gamers with the best possible connection to compete at their highest level. Partnering with TALON Esports allows us to further our mission of eliminating connectivity barriers and enhancing the performance and experience of top esports players competing across multiple titles globally,” said Lucas Stolze, CEO of ExitLag.

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ExitLag’s proprietary multi-path technology optimises data routing in real-time, reducing lag, packet loss and jitter to deliver the most stable gaming experience possible. Through this partnership, ExitLag will work closely with TALON’s teams across various titles, ensuring that their players can focus entirely on performance without network limitations.

“We’re thrilled to welcome ExitLag as a partner. In professional esports, every millisecond matters. ExitLag’s cutting-edge technology will provide our players a crucial competitive edge, ensuring they can perform at their peak without worrying about connectivity issues,” said Sean Zhang, CEO of TALON Esports.

As ExitLag continues its rapid growth in the Asia-Pacific region, this partnership underscores its dedication to empowering esports athletes with world-class network solutions. Fans can look forward to exciting activations, exclusive content, and engagement opportunities as ExitLag and TALON Esports work together throughout the season.

“As we expand our footprint in Asia, partnering with TALON Esports is a testament to our dedication to providing the best connectivity solutions for competitive gamers in the region. We are excited to work closely with TALON’s teams and help elevate their performance to new heights,” said Josh Wong, Asia Market Lead of ExitLag.

Today, Team Vitality is excited to announce the arrival of VALORANT players Clément “CyvOph” Millard and Ștefan “Sayonara” Mîtcu the club’s elite roster.

French player CyvOph will join the VALORANT roster from Mandatory with immediate effect, while Sayonara has been loaned to DVM in the French VRL – French Challengers League.

20-year-old Frenchman Clément “CyvOph” Millard has officially joined Team Vitality’s VALORANT roster. CyvOph, formerly of Mandatory, is one of France’s top up-and-coming talents, with a plethora of French tournament wins under his belt, including the VALORANT Open Tour France 2022: Stage 2.

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“CyvOph is an extremely motivated player that has shown great potential when working with the team.” says Daniel “Faded” Hwang, Head coach of Team Vitality’s VALORANT team. “His natural connection with the team and willingness to grow makes him the perfect fit.”

In addition to the signing of CyvOph, Team Vitality has also signed Moldovan prodigy Ștefan “Sayonara” Mîtcu on a pre-contract. Sayonara joins from DVM, and has been loaned back to the French organisation to further his development in the VALORANT scene. Regarded as one of Europe’s top prospects, Sayonara was named Stage MVP during the VALORANT Challengers 2025 France: Revolution Stage 1 semi-final earlier this year. He has also featured for Fnatic in numerous off-season tournaments, such as Red Bull Home Ground and the Riot Games ONE PRO INVITATIONAL 2024.

With the additions of CyvOph and Sayonara, Team Vitality has strengthened its position as one of Europe’s top VALORANT teams, following their VCT 2025: EMEA Kickoff win, and top-four finish at VALORANT Masters: Bangkok. The team will consist of Saif “Sayf” Jibraeel, Kimmie “Kicks” Laasner, Felipe “Less” de Loyola Basso, Nikita “Derke” Sirmitev, and Clément “CyvOph” Millard.

“We’re thrilled about the new additions to our VALORANT roster,” says Fabien “Neo” Divide, President of Team Vitality. “Securing one of France’s top talents in CyvOph reinforces our identity as one of the world’s leading organizations and with Sayonara joining, our roster is stronger than ever. Their skill, dedication, and synergy with the team put us in a great position for the challenges ahead. We can’t wait to see them in action and for our fans to support us on this journey.”

With CyvOph’s addition to the team, Nikita “trexx” Cherednichenko will move to the inactive roster.

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The new-look roster will be first seen at the VCT 2025: EMEA Stage 1 – Group Stage, beginning on March 26, 2025.