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BOOM

Miroslav Bičan

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Czech
24 years(30 Jan 2002)
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Gaimin Gladiators, Team Secret, Vikin.gg

– 1st Place at ESL One Stockholm Major (2022)

– 1st Place at multiple DPC WEU Tours (2022)

– 1st Place at PGL Wallachia Season 6 (2025)

Overview

Miroslav “BOOM” Bičan is a Czech professional Dota 2 midlaner currently playing for MOUZ. Known for his high-tempo playstyle and consistency in the midlane, BOOM has been a stable presence in the European scene since his breakout with Gaimin Gladiators.

As of 2026, he is part of MOUZ alongside players like MidOne, forming a veteran core aiming to compete in tier-1 international events.

Early Career

BOOM began his professional journey in Europe with stacks and lower-tier teams, most notably Vikin.gg, where he first gained recognition. His performances there showcased strong laning fundamentals and an ability to control tempo from the midlane.

This period laid the foundation for his eventual rise into the tier-1 Western European scene.

Breakthrough with Gaimin Gladiators

BOOM’s major breakthrough came with Gaimin Gladiators, where he helped the team dominate the Western European DPC.

The roster achieved significant success, including winning ESL One Stockholm Major 2022, establishing BOOM as one of the top midlaners in Europe.

His ability to consistently win lanes and transition early advantages into map control made him a key piece of the team’s success.

Team Secret & Transition Period

In late 2022, BOOM joined Team Secret, continuing his career at the highest level of competition.

While the roster showed moments of strength, results were inconsistent, and the team struggled to replicate its previous dominance. This marked a transitional phase in BOOM’s career as he searched for stability.

MOUZ Era (2025–2026)

By 2025, BOOM joined MOUZ as part of a rebuilding European roster. The team achieved a major milestone by winning PGL Wallachia Season 6, marking a strong return to form for both BOOM and the lineup.

In 2026, MOUZ continues competing in top-tier events such as the following:

– DreamLeague Season 28

– ESL One Birmingham 2026

– PGL Wallachia events

BOOM remains a central figure in the team’s structure, providing both stability and tempo from the midlane.

Notably, he also reached 16,000 MMR, highlighting his continued individual performance at the highest level.

Playstyle and Reputation

BOOM is known for a tempo-heavy midlane style focused on early rotations and map pressure.

Key strengths include:

– Strong laning consistency against top-tier mids

– High-impact rotations and rune control

– Reliable execution on playmaking heroes

– Ability to snowball early leads into objectives

He is often described as a “system player” who thrives in structured teams, enabling coordinated gameplay rather than purely flashy individual performances.

Famous Moments

– Winning ESL One Stockholm Major 2022 with Gaimin Gladiators

– Dominating WEU DPC seasons during 2022

– Winning PGL Wallachia Season 6 with MOUZ

– Reaching the 16K MMR milestone in 2025

Fun Facts

– He was part of the original Gaimin Gladiators core (ex-Team Tickles) that climbed from Division II to winning a Major — one of the fastest rises in WEU history.

– Despite winning a Major, BOOM was often the least flashy player on that GG roster, with players like Quinn later replacing him — which sparked a lot of debate in the community about “system vs star” mids.

– His nickname “BOOM” doesn’t reflect his playstyle — instead of explosive, high-risk plays, he’s actually known for controlled, efficient mid gameplay.

20 matches · OpenDota
FormPerformanceHero PoolLaningFarmFightingExperience

Form

50%

Win rate in last 20 matches

Performance

53%

KDA ratio (kills + assists / deaths)

Hero Pool

11

Distinct heroes played in last 20 matches

Laning

65%

Last hits per minute over full game

Farm

71%

Average gold per minute

Fighting

72%

Average kills + assists per match

Experience

77%

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