exit Leaves MIBR and Enters Free Agency as CS2 Roster Rebuild Intensifies

Raphael “exit” Lacerda has officially left MIBR and entered free agency, becoming one of the most notable Brazilian names on the CS2 market ahead of the 2026 season. The move closes a chapter that lasted nearly five years, during which exit was a long-term core player and served two separate stints as in-game leader.

The announcement, first reported by HLTV, confirms that exit is unrestricted by a buyout, making him immediately available for negotiations with new teams.

exit on Leaving MIBR: “My Desire to Win Hasn’t Changed”

In his public statement, exit addressed both the disappointing results of 2025 and his motivation going forward:

“The year 2025 was below my expectations for various reasons, but that didn't diminish in any way my desire to win and write my name in the history of Brazil in this game.
I’m open to proposals for this year and I’m without a contractual tie, meaning no penalty fee.”

This clarity around his contract status instantly positions exit as a high-value free agent, particularly for teams seeking an experienced rifler with leadership background.

Why exit’s Departure Is a Major Moment for MIBR

exit’s exit is not an isolated move—it is part of a wider structural overhaul within MIBR. Despite domestic success and flashes of international competitiveness, the team struggled to maintain consistent deep runs at top-tier events in 2025.

During exit’s tenure, MIBR’s most notable international results included:

A semi-final appearance at ESL Pro League Season 20

A quarterfinal finish at PGL Astana

A title win at ESL Challenger Melbourne

While promising, those results ultimately fell short of MIBR’s long-term ambition to re-establish themselves as a stable Tier-1 contender.

MIBR Roster Changes: A Rapid Offseason Shake-Up

exit becomes the third major departure in a short span, highlighting how aggressively MIBR are reshaping their project.

Coaching staff changes

Head coach Jhonatan “jnt” Silva departed at the end of 2025.

Assistant coach Guilherme “texxas” Mayworm had already announced his exit earlier in the offseason.

Qikert loan comes to an end

The organization failed to extend the loan of Aleksei “Qikert” Golubev, who has since returned to PARIVISION’s inactive roster.

Qikert later commented publicly, stating that his long-term goal remains a return to Tier-1 competition, emphasizing trust in his individual level and preparation.

Current MIBR CS2 Roster After exit’s Exit

Following exit’s departure, MIBR are left with only three active players on their main lineup:

Breno “brnz4n” Poletto

Felipe “insani” Yuji

Klimentii “kl1m” Krivosheev (loan)

Former AWPer Rafael “saffee” Costa remains inactive, while Renato “nak” Nakano is currently listed as assistant coach. The organization now faces mounting pressure to finalize a competitive five-man roster ahead of upcoming qualifiers.

What’s Next for exit and MIBR?

For exit, free agency opens the door to both Brazilian and international opportunities, especially for teams in need of a seasoned voice and proven system player.

For MIBR, the challenge is immediate and structural: rebuilding not only a lineup, but also a clear identity, after losing a long-standing leader during one of the most volatile CS2 offseasons to date.

As rostermania continues, both sides remain firmly in the spotlight.