Kenny "Xepher" Deo: From the Dota 2 stage to the Alter Ego coach at MPL Indonesia
Early Career: Dota 2 Star from Indonesia
Mobile Legends | 10 June
By Muh Ihsan
Kenny Xepher Deo is a name that is not unfamiliar in the world of esports, especially in the Dota 2 scene.. He started his professional career in 2015 with the Rex Regum Qeon (RRQ) team, and then strengthened several big teams such as TNC Tigers, Geek Fam, T1, and BOOM Esports.
One of the greatest achievements in his career was when he led the T1 team to finish in 7-8th place at The International 2021, the most prestigious Dota 2 tournament in the world with a total prize pool of over 40 million USD. With a role as a support player, Xepher is known for his visionary and calculating playing style.
Transition to Mobile Legends: Becoming an Alter Ego Coach
On November 12, 2024, Xepher announced his retirement from competitive Dota 2.. Shortly after, he surprised the public by joining ascoach for Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) team Alter Ego. The transition from professional Dota 2 player to MLBB coach is a big step that shows his flexibility and passion to continue growing in the esports industry.
Mission to Raise Alter Ego Performance
Alter Ego experienced a decline in performance in MPL Indonesia, especially when they finished in 8th place in Season 13. In an effort to recover, the team management recruited Xepher as the main coach, accompanied by assistant coach Gustian REKT and analyst Azam Aljabar Nafari.
Alongside players like Nino, Rinee, Gebe, Hijumee, Haiz, and Dreams, Xepher is tasked with bringing back the fighting spirit and strategic discipline to the team.
Training Approaches and Strategies
With a background as a strategic Dota 2 support, Xepher brings a more systematic approach to Alter Ego's MLBB team. He is known for his focus on team coordination, intelligent drafting, and ability to read opponents' plays.
This approach began to bear fruit with Alter Ego's increasing performance at the start of MPL Indonesia Season 15.Many people have praised Xepher's presence as an important figure in the team's revival process.
Hope for the Future
Xepher is a real-life example of an esports professional who is able to adapt across games.. The journey from the Dota 2 stage to the MLBB coach's chair shows his dedication to the competitive world. With international experience and extensive strategic insight, it is hoped that Xepher can bring Alter Ego back to competing at the top of MPL Indonesia and even the international scene.
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