Counter-Strike legend NiKo joins Razer

Esports branding may not be on the level of Jordan and Nike, but it still matters. When you excel, people want to know how and what you used along the way to get there. NiKo has been winning in Counter-Strike for a long time, and Team Razer has officially signed him to their roster. He's been using their gear for a long time, and you can grab your own at Razer.com.

IRVINE, Calif. – April 3, 2025 – Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the signing of Counter-Strike legend Nikola "NiKo" Kovač, to Team Razer. This exciting partnership comes as Razer celebrates its 20th anniversary, marking two decades of innovation and excellence in the gaming and esports industry.

Widely regarded as the Greatest Of All Time (G.O.A.T) rifler in Counter-Strike history, NiKo is renowned for his exceptional mechanical precision, game sense, and strategic gameplay in one of the world’s most popular and successful tactical shooter game franchise. With this partnership, Razer continues to raise the bar in its long-standing commitment to supporting the esports community and pro athletes.

Team Razer marks NiKo’s first personal brand partnership, a testament to Razer’s unwavering dedication to fostering innovation in the esports industry while providing high-performance gaming gear to pro athletes. As a Team Razer athlete, NiKo will collaborate closely with Razer’s innovation and product teams to help refine and develop the next generation of gaming gear for pro players. He will also take part in exclusive activations, product launches, and content initiatives, offering fans an inside look into his competitive journey for the first time.

“I have known Razer as long as I have known Counter-Strike—about 20 years. 2025 is an exciting time to join Razer as they are celebrating their 20th anniversary this year. As an esports player, having the support of a brand that shares my passion for excellence and innovation is extremely important. Razer is top-tier in my books, and I am hyped about what we are going to do together,” said Nikola "NiKo" Kovač.

“We are proud to welcome NiKo to Team Razer. NiKo is a true legend in Counter-Strike—one of the most skilled and dominant players the game has ever seen. His talent, dedication to excellence and relentless pursuit of victory perfectly align with Razer’s commitment to supporting the esports community, fostering innovation, and delivering the best esports gear for champions.” said Jeffrey Chau, Director of Global Esports at Razer.

“From the first conversation, it was clear that NiKo and Razer speak the same language when it comes to performance and long-term ambition. Some partnerships feel strategic. This one felt natural, like bringing NiKo home. We’re proud to have helped spark that moment and be part of NiKo's very first personal partnership,” said Albin Molines, JAM Management.

NiKo has cemented his legacy with nine international championship victories, earning nine MVPs. His unparalleled skill and command of the game have led him to triumph in premier tournaments such as IEM Katowice, BLAST Premier World Final, and IEM Cologne. Notably, many of these victories were secured using Razer’s high-performance gaming gear, including the Razer Viper V3 Pro, ranked as the #1 mouse used by esports pros according to Prosettings.net (April 2025); Razer Huntsman V3 Pro; and Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro Faker Edition.

For more information about Team Razer and its roster of esports athletes, please visit www.razer.com/esports.

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