TenZ Likely Joining Sentinels
Rumors swirl that star VALORANT player TenZ is "likely" joining Sentinels, pending Riot approval due to sponsor conflicts. The move would be massive for Sentinels' competitive prospects heading into the rest of the VCT season.
A potential reunion between Tyson "TenZ" Ngo and the Sentinels would mark a full-circle moment for the player who was once acquired in a landmark seven-figure deal. TenZ initially joined the team on loan from Cloud9 in April 2021 as a stand-in for the suspended Jay "sinatraa" Won. The partnership proved immediately successful, with TenZ helping Sentinels secure a dominant victory at the VCT Stage 2 Masters in Reykjavík, Iceland, the first-ever international VALORANT LAN event. Following this flawless tournament run, Sentinels officially bought out his contract from Cloud9 for a reported $1.25 million. After a period of dominance, Sentinels struggled to replicate their early international success. TenZ later transitioned away from the active roster and eventually parted ways with the organization in May 2025, a move Sentinels stated was to avoid conflicts with future sponsorship deals. A mid-season return for TenZ would be subject to the VALORANT Champions Tour's roster construction rules, which allow for player signings during specified transfer windows. This move would inject a veteran presence and star power into a Sentinels roster that has seen significant changes since their last international title with him.
