In an exciting development for fans, 100 Thieves has officially announced that Peter ‘Asuna’ Mazuryk and Matthew Dylan ‘Cryo’ Panganiban are returning to the team’s starting lineup for their VALORANT roster. This decision marks a significant move for the organization, which has been undergoing major changes in preparation for the 2026 VCT season.
Return to Action
The reintroduction of Asuna and Cryo comes after they were placed on the inactive roster in September 2025 as part of a broader roster overhaul. Asuna and Cryo are currently the only signed players as 100 Thieves reshapes its strategy ahead of the new season. Asuna, a long-standing member who joined in October 2020 after competing with Immortals, is a familiar face for the team. Cryo, who signed on in September 2022, has helped solidify 100 Thieves’ reputation in the competitive scene over the last few years.
Strategic Overhaul
While the team celebrated success with a victory in Americas Stage 1 and a strong showing at Masters Shanghai in 2024, 2025 proved challenging with the team failing to qualify for Masters and Champions. This led to a shake-up, including parting ways with Drew ‘Kess’ Lee and Head Coach Anthony ‘Zikz’ Gray, as they aim to build a roster capable of international competition success in 2026.
Further 100 Thieves Roster Changes
The duo’s re-signing is part of ongoing changes within 100 Thieves’ VALORANT division. Coinciding with this announcement, the organization revealed the departure of Alexander ‘Zander’ Dituri, concluding his 13-month tenure. As 100 Thieves gears up for the 2026 campaign, additional roster announcements are anticipated. With their return to the starting lineup, Cryo and Asuna are poised to drive the team’s future achievements.