Partizan Esports are Serbia’s black-and-white banner in CS2, fielding a Balkan-core lineup that’s punched above Tier-2 all year. In late July 2025 the club placed its roster on the transfer list, but the five continue to compete together under the Partizan tag and remain a dangerous opponent in European online events. Below is everything you need for scouting, content, or fandom: current lineup, roles, recent form, per-player notes, map tendencies, and practical ways to watch and analyze their games like a pro.
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Current Partizan Esports CS2 Roster (Active Five)
- Luka “c0llins” Živanović – rifler / space-maker (aggressive mid-round trader, frequent secondary entry)
- Filip “DEPRESHN” Jarkić – primary AWPer (high AWP usage, strong clutch instincts)
- Vladan “Kind0” Mandić – rifler / secondary caller (mid-round calling and site anchoring duties)
- Nikola “Dragon” Bošković – rifler / star aim roles (multi-frag potential and first-kill pressure)
- Vladan “VLDN” Radević – rifler / support anchor (utility, rotates, and late-round composure)
Staff: Dejan “BAXACHA” Atanacković (Head Coach)
Context note: After the departure of long-time IGL emi in May 2025, Partizan have competed without a formally announced in-game leader. Mid-round direction commonly falls to veterans (most notably Kind0) while the team leans on discipline and structure from the coaching staff.
Recent Results & 2025 Form Guide
Podium highlight: Top-4 at CCT Season 2 Global Finals (April 2025) — a loaded Tier-2 championship featuring multiple Tier-1 opponents. Partizan’s lower-bracket resilience and solid Dust2/Inferno showings stood out.
Trophy: Whale.io Cup Champions (July 2025) — a strong online run capped by a BO3 victory in the grand final.
Other notable runs & fixtures (summer 2025):
- A1 Gaming League Season 10 — 5th–8th range, competitive Swiss; valuable reps against solid EU opposition.
- Thunderpick World Championship 2025: European Series 2 — active participation with mixed BO3s against ECL-caliber teams.
- Regular ESL Challenger League and CCT Series appearances keep their form line fresh.
New to event formats? See CS2 Premier vs. Competitive and CS2 Modes.
How Partizan Play (Style, Win Conditions & Tendencies)
1) AWP-centric mid control
With DEPRESHN on the big green, Partizan play a measured T-side: default → info plays → mid/connector pressure → execs that let the AWP post on power lines. Expect them to lean into Dust2 and Inferno timings where AWP value is highest. If you’re prepping anti-strats, practice mid-round re-peeks and smoke re-takes; our CS2 Smoke Practice Commands and Grenade Binds are handy.
2) Dragon’s frag windows
Dragon generates first-kill threat and mid-round multikills as a rifler. When he activates, Partizan trade around him well, and c0llins follows with spacing to clean up. Opponents who deny Dragon early space (deep nades, anti-flash positions) blunt many of Partizan’s best rounds.
3) Structured anchors & late-rounds
VLDN and Kind0 are reliable on CT sites. You’ll notice disciplined utility (HEs to soften rushes, re-smokes for key chokes) and a preference to fight from crossfires rather than isolated duels. If your team struggles with retakes, read our quick primers: How to Defuse the Bomb and CS2 Replay Commands for self-review.
Map Pool Snapshot (what they like & how to watch them)
- Dust2: Frequent pick. Expect long control and AWP post-plants; T defaults often shape around cat/long splits. Brush up on Dust 2 callouts and Mirage callouts for comparison of mid-control principles.
- Inferno: Comfort map. Good banana protocols with layered utility. Study Inferno callouts.
- Ancient/Mirage/Nuke/Overpass: Played situationally; veto logic often revolves around opponent strengths. See map glossaries:
CS2 Maps,
Overpass callouts,
Nuke callouts.
Studying demos? Use Demo Controls and track ADR, KAST, Impact, and Rating.
Player Deep Dives & Recent Stats (quick-read)
Tip: To compare your own numbers to pros, start with How to Check CS2 Stats and Best Sensitivity for CS2.
Luka “c0llins” Živanović — rifler / space-maker
- Profile: Aggressive rifler formerly with Entropiq & iNation; at Partizan he thrives as a mid-round trader and site closer.
- Numbers snapshot: ~1.07 rating 2.0, 77 ADR, solid Impact (~1.1) and robust duel volume—indicative of a star-leaning rifler who isn’t a pure entry kamikaze.
- What to watch: Spacing behind Dragon, late-round jiggles for info, and clutch discipline.
Filip “DEPRESHN” Jarkić — primary AWPer
- Profile: Croatian sniper with academy pedigree; excels at AWP multi-kills and clutching.
- Numbers snapshot: High AWP usage (sniping score ~90/100) with notable rounds featuring 0.29–0.40 AWP KPR windows depending on filter; rating ≈1.0–1.05 with strong clutch % when form peaks.
- What to watch: Wide swings on Dust2, arch/long anchors, and post-plant lines that force saves.
Vladan “Kind0” Mandić — rifler / secondary caller
- Profile: Stabilizer of the core; absorbs tough roles and often guides mid-rounds post-emi.
- Numbers snapshot: ~1.00–1.05 rating ranges in 2025, healthy trading and steady utility.
- What to watch: Site anchor reads, info plays in early 0:50–1:05 windows, and calm multi-kill rounds versus mid-tier opposition.
Nikola “Dragon” Bošković — rifler / star threat
- Profile: High-impact rifler (not a primary AWP); frequent first kills and multi-frag rounds.
- Numbers snapshot: ~1.15 rating, 85+ ADR, positive K/D; when he spikes, Partizan’s T-halves snowball.
- What to watch: Explosive cat/connector timings, crisp swing-peeks, and double-entry rounds off pop flashes.
Vladan “VLDN” Radević — support / anchor
- Profile: Veteran presence with stints across several orgs; valuable glue piece.
- Numbers snapshot: ~1.0–1.03 rating, above-average Utility (smokes and HEs well-timed), reliable late-round decisions.
- What to watch: Rotations that set up crossfires, and patient 3v3s on CT.
2025 Highlight Matches to Rewatch (learning checklist)
- CCT Season 2 Global Finals (April 2025) — Partizan’s top-4 run; focus on Dust2 and Inferno mid-rounds.
- Whale.io Cup Playoffs (July 2025) — fast-paced online meta; see how DEPRESHN dictates the map with early AWP picks.
- Thunderpick European Series 2 (August 2025) — look for current form against ECL-caliber teams and how Kind0/Dragon structure T entries.
Use CS2 Replay Commands and Practice Commands to recreate executes you see on VOD.
Practical Scouting Notes (anti-strat starters)
- Against the AWP: Force early utility on DEPRESHN’s common lines (cat, mid doors, arch). Smoke timing + molly chains reduce his multi-kill rounds. Learn exact one-ways from our Mirage Smokes and Ancient Smokes.
- Versus Dragon: Layer anti-flash setups and trade with two-man swings; his first-kill attempts are decisive—deny them.
- CT Protocols: Expect solid anchors; punish re-smoke timings with late-hits (0:25–0:15) and fakes.
- Map choice: If you’re weak on Dust2/Inferno, ban them; otherwise study their default patterns and punish long re-takes or banana re-fights.
Short “About” Bios (quick context)
- c0llins — Serbian rifler, previously Entropiq/iNation; joined Partizan’s current era in 2024.
- DEPRESHN — Croatian AWPer with academy success (ex-fnatic Rising).
- Kind0 — Serbian rifler; mainstay of the 2024–25 rebuild.
- Dragon — Serbian rifler and longtime high-impact piece.
- VLDN — Serbian rifler; journeyman with spells at CIS/EU squads before his Partizan return.
FAQs
Is Partizan still together after the transfer-list news?
Yes—the five continue to play together under the Partizan tag in ongoing European events.
Who calls for Partizan now that emi is gone?
No formal IGL has been announced publicly; leadership is shared in-server, with Kind0 often taking mid-round responsibility while the coaching staff drives structure.
What maps should I master to understand Partizan?
Start with Dust2 and Inferno. Our map primers help:
CS2 Maps, Dust 2 Callouts, Inferno Callouts, Overpass Callouts, Nuke Callouts.How do I analyze my own games like they do?
Track ADR/KAST/Impact, set a stable Crosshair and Viewmodel, and review with Replay Commands.
