By: Jan Marcus Montevirgen
In one of the most intense matchups of the M6 World Championship, two of the best gold laners from Indonesia and the Philippines clashed.
Duane “Kelra” Pillas and Fnatic ONIC Philippines emerged victorious, defeating Sultan “AeronnShikii” Muhammad’s Team Liquid Indonesia in a thrilling 1-0 encounter on Thursday evening.
Before the tournament, when Team Liquid Indonesia (TLID) secured their spot in the championship, AeronnShikii boldly taunted Kelra, expressing confidence in their impending showdown.
Kelra, upon hearing the statement, turned it into motivation to dominate the match. Leading FNOP to victory, he held AeronnShikii to a lackluster performance of just one kill, four deaths, and one assist by the game’s end.
“Na-meet niya kasi ‘yun na yung pinaka-ineexpect ko. Masasabi ko kay AeronnShikii ay medyo marunong naman siya, pero yung expectation ko talaga, ganon lang din kung ano yung pinakita nila kanina,” Kelra shared during the post-match interview.
After the game, Kelra was seen shouting toward the opposing side, a gesture he clarified was merely part of the match’s intensity.
“Yung sa game, normal talaga na mainit eh. Sa labas ng game, ganon talaga ako eh. Lalo na kapag hinahamon ako, talagang nag-init ako,” he explained.
Meanwhile, in an earlier post-match interview, AeronnShikii acknowledged Kelra’s skill, recognizing his opponent’s superior performance. However, the 19-year-old MPL PH Finals MVP held firm in his self-assessment.
“Siguro medyo malapit lang siya sa akin ng konti, pero mas matingkad ako ng konti,” Kelra said confidently.
