HOTU

HOTU is a Russian/CIS esports organization founded in 2022, competing in Counter-Strike 2 (CS2). The team has undergone numerous roster changes since its inception. Initially featuring anttzz and fineshine, HOTU transitioned through various lineups, including the acquisition of youka from QUAZAR Academy in January 2025. Notable additions include n0rb3r7, acquired on loan from Virtus.pro in August 2025 and subsequently signed permanently in November. The team has participated in several prominent tournaments, such as Stake Ranked Episode 4: Closed Qualifier, Intel Extreme Masters Beijing 2026: Global Qualifier, NODWIN Clutch Series #11, Esports World Cup 2026: Open Qualifier, Stake Pulse Beat I, and PGL Astana 2025. Currently, HOTU's roster is in flux following a series of recent transfers. dukefissura was acquired by Rune Eaters Esports on August 22nd, 2026, after being loaned to GamePoint earlier that month. kade0 returned to the active roster on April 30th, 2026, following a loan to DEPO and HOTU currently have dwushka on loan from Insilio. The team is led by in-game leader (IGL) kade0 and coached by mou. Analyst Meand joined the organization on May 6th, 2026.