Niko

Nikola NiKo Kovač is a Bosnian professional esports player, born on February 16, 1997, in Bosnia. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS: GO) players of all time. NiKo began his professional career with iNation before moving to mousesports in 2013, where he gained international recognition.

NiKo is known for his exceptional aim, game sense, and versatility. He has won numerous individual awards and holds multiple records, such as the highest rating in a single tournament.

Off the field, NiKo is also recognized for his influence, inspiring millions of esports enthusiasts worldwide.

iNation

• Youth and Early Career: NiKo was born and raised in Bosnia and began his professional career with iNation in 2012.

mousesports (first stint)

• Early Success: NiKo signed with mousesports in 2013. Under the guidance of skilled teammates, he developed into one of the world's best CS: GO players, gaining international attention.

FaZe Clan

• Record-breaking Transfer: In 2017, NiKo transferred to FaZe Clan, where he became one of the most influential players in the team's success. 
  Individual Awards: At FaZe Clan, NiKo won several MVP awards.

G2 Esports

• New Challenges: NiKo joined G2 Esports in 2020, bringing his exceptional skills to another top-tier team.

Bosnia and Herzegovina National Team

• Debut: Made his debut for the Bosnia and Herzegovina National Team in 2013.

Achievements:

• ESL One: New York 2017: Winner.
• EPICENTER 2018: Winner.
• NiKo has been a key player in numerous top-tier international tournaments.

• Position: Primarily a rifler, but also excels as an AWPer.
• Skills: Known for his exceptional aim, game sense, and versatility. NiKo is celebrated for his ability to read the game, clutch plays, and high-impact frags.

• Family: NiKo has a brother, who is also a professional CS: GO player.
• Impact: NiKo has significantly contributed to the growth and popularity of esports, particularly in his home country, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

• Nikola NiKo Kovač is celebrated not only for his extraordinary skills and numerous records but also for his strategic mind, determination, and longevity in professional esports. His impact on the sport and his status as an icon extend beyond the game, inspiring millions of fans around the world.

Highest Rating in a Single Tournament:

• 1.41 Rating at ELEAGUE CS: GO Premier 2017

Most Valuable Player (MVP) by HLTV:

• Five times recipient

Best Player of the Year by HLTV:

• Ranked 2nd in 2017 and 2018

Books

• None available

Websites

• HLTV: Information about NiKo’s career, stats, and achievements. Available at: https://www.hltv.org
• FaZe Clan: Details about NiKo’s career at FaZe Clan. Available at: https://www.fazeclan.com
• G2 Esports: Official site with updates on NiKo’s performance at G2 Esports. Available at: https://www.g2esports.com

Articles

• ESPN Esports: NiKo’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.espn.com/esports
• The Esports Observer: NiKo’s career overview. Available at: https://esportsobserver.com

Interviews and Documentaries

• Many interviews and features on NiKo are available on various esports-centric platforms such as HLTV, ESL, and more.