TORONTOTOKYO has officially parted ways with OG following the end of his loan period from Aurora. The move comes after a disappointing stretch where OG failed to qualify for DreamLeague 29 through Southeast Asia qualifiers and finished 9th-10th at Blast Slam 7.

TORONTOTOKYO joined OG in April 2026 on loan, replacing Nikko in the lineup. Despite the high expectations, OG struggled to find consistency with the new roster, culminating in their recent setbacks. The team confirmed the loan’s conclusion in an official statement, acknowledging the lack of results but thanking the player for his effort.

“OG confirms the end of the loan of TORONTOTOKYO in our Dota roster. We want to thank Aleksandr for his hard work and effort during the time he spent with the team. Even though the results did not go our way. We wish him all the best,” OG said.

With TORONTOTOKYO’s departure, OG now face a race against time to secure a replacement before their closed qualifier campaign for The International 2026 begins. The team has been invited to the Southeast Asia closed qualifiers, where they will compete for one of the region’s TI26 slots. A new player announcement is expected within days.

For TORONTOTOKYO, the future remains unclear. While he may return to streaming, his primary goal is to attend The International 2026 as a player. Without a team, however, that ambition is now at risk. His previous stint with Aurora saw him as a key figure, but his loan to OG was meant to elevate his competitive standing-something that didn’t materialize.

The roster shuffle adds another layer of uncertainty to the Dota 2 landscape ahead of TI26. OG’s struggles post-TORONTOTOKYO’s arrival raise questions about their ability to rebound, while the player’s next move could define his career trajectory. With the closed qualifiers looming, both OG and TORONTOTOKYO are under pressure to make swift decisions.

OG’s next steps will be closely watched, as their performance in the closed qualifiers could determine whether they secure a TI26 spot. For TORONTOTOKYO, finding a team that aligns with his ambitions will be critical if he hopes to avoid missing the biggest event of the year.