Nikita “HeavyGod” Martynenko, a 23-year-old Israeli player of Ukrainian descent, has solidified his status as one of Counter-Strike 2’s most thrilling talents. Since entering the scene in late 2020, he has journeyed through teams like Endpoint, OG, and Cloud9 before finding his home with G2 Esports in January 2025.
His defining season unfolded at BLAST Open London 2025, where HeavyGod seamlessly blended consistency with clutch brilliance. Throughout the event, he posted an impressive overall rating of 1.25, peaking at 1.32 during the LAN stage, a testament to his dominance across stages.
Facing elite foes such as FaZe and FURIA, he delivered commanding performances including a jaw-dropping 1.48 rating against FaZe, and then staged a Finals showdown for the ages against Vitality’s ZywOo. But it was on the decider map Train where HeavyGod’s legend was forged, landing three clutch rounds in pivotal moments to steer G2 to victory.
Survivability and timely impact were his hallmarks as he posted just 0.56 deaths per round, with multi-kill rounds in 19.7 percent of his outings, and averaged 0.73 kills per round. It was these numbers, and the unforgettable moments behind them, that earned him the HLTV MVP of BLAST Open London 2025, marking his first career MVP and etching his name in history as the first Israeli to ever receive the honor.
HeavyGod’s MVP win is more than just a personal milestone, it is a statement of arrival for G2’s revamped roster. With his composure in high-pressure moments and his relentless drive to perfect his game, HeavyGod has gone from a promising talent to one of the brightest stars in CS2. His story from an overlooked online player to London’s MVP will be remembered as a defining chapter in this year’s competitive season.
