New Team Secret ME Lineup Will Compete in Riyadh Masters MENA Closed Qualifiers

Dhruv Saikia
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Puppey from Team Secret

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The MENA Open Qualifiers will determine 2 teams to compete in the MENA Closed Qualifiers, where 1 team will make it to the Riyadh Masters 2023.
The Dota 2 community was surprised to find one of the teams in the Open Qualifiers to be Team Secret ME, featuring some familiar names.
The team includes Clement "Puppey" Ivanov, Remco "Crystallis" Arets, Yazied "YapzOr" Jarada,t Anas "MagE-" Hirzallah, and Mohammad "AfrOmoush" Eis.

The Dota 2 community has been caught by surprise with the rise of a new Dota 2 team, Team Secret ME, which consists of some veteran names and new ones. Registered for the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) Open Qualifiers, the team embarked on a journey to secure a spot in the MENA Closed Qualifiers, where they would have the opportunity to compete against formidable opponents and strive for a chance to make it to the prestigious Riyadh Masters with its gigantic $15,000,000 USD prize pool.

Team Secret ME's Achievement in the MENA Open Qualifiers

In an exciting turn of events, Team Secret ME secured a commendable Top 2 placement in the MENA Open Qualifiers. With this achievement, they have successfully qualified for the MENA Closed Qualifiers, where they will face off against established teams like Quest Esports and Nigma Galaxy, alongside one more team.

The roster for Team Secret ME comprises talented individuals, each bringing their own unique strengths to the team. The lineup consists of:

  • Remco "Crystallis" Arets

  • Anas "MagE-" Hirzallah 

  • Yazied "YapzOr" Jaradat 

  • Mohammad "AfrOmoush" Eis

  • Clement "Puppey" Ivanov

Team Secret ME Lineup

Team Secret ME - The Players

Team Secret ME comprises a talented lineup, starting with Crystallis as the carry player, who brings his experience from a previous stint with Team Secret, including a remarkable 2nd place finish at The International 11. MagE-, the midlaner, is not only a skilled professional player but also a popular streamer, known for his mechanical skill. Yapzor, the accomplished Dota 2 professional player, returns from a break after a successful tenure with Team Secret, where he secured victories in several Major tournaments, however, is now playing offlane instead of support. Afromoush, the versatile position 4 players, joins after he last played for CBUD Esports, showcasing his adaptability and utility. Lastly, Puppey, the veteran captain, has been a pivotal figure since the team's inception, leading Team Secret to impressive achievements in The International and beyond with his strategic brilliance.

MENA Closed Qualifiers: A Fierce Battle for Riyadh Masters

The MENA Closed Qualifiers promise intense competition, as some very well-known teams will be competing for the coveted opportunity to play at the Riyadh Masters. Alongside Team Secret ME, the qualifiers feature direct invites Quest Esports and Nigma Galaxy, as well as one more team. This battle among talented rosters will determine which team secures a spot in the prestigious tournament with its staggering $15,000,000 prize pool.

Riyadh Masters 2023 MENA Closed Qualifiers

While no official announcements have been made regarding the status of this new Team Secret ME lineup, their performance in the MENA Open Qualifiers signals their potential as a rising contender in the tournament. As they face off against some well-known teams in the MENA Closed Qualifiers, all eyes will be on Team Secret ME to see if they can secure their place in the Riyadh Masters, showcasing their skills on a global stage and competing for the massive prize pool.


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Since 2012, Dhruv has developed a deep passion for Dota 2, which has only grown stronger over time. With three years of experience as a competitive player and a background in writing, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to create content around the game and its esports scene.