Blacklist International rising star Kiel “OHEB” Soriano apologized for his actions which marred the team’s 2-0 win over Omega Esports on Saturday night.
During the team’s post-match celebration, the 17-year-old gold laner was seen making an obscene gesture in front of the camera during the live broadcast.
“Gusto ko lang pong humingi ng sorry doon sa nagawa ko kanina,” said OHEB in Blacklist International’s post-match press conference.
“No excuses, mali ko po talaga yun.
“Hindi rin po ako tino-tolerate ng teammates ko doon sa nagawa ko, kasalanan ko po talaga yun,” he continued.
Prior to OHEB’s apology, Blacklist International has already addressed the incident through an official statement – imposing an undisclosed amount of fine to the star gold laner.
The pride of Tarlac also assured the fans that the incident will not happen again.
“Wala po akong excuse doon, tatanggapin ko po kung ano yung consequences nung nagawa ko [kahit anong] penalty ‘man po. Gusto ko pong humingi ng tawad sa nagawa ko,” said the MPL champion.
“Maaassure ko sa inyong lahat na hindi ko na ito gagawin ulit. Sorry ulit sa nagawa ko.”
Moonton Esports Operation Executive Joy Calulo already assured the community that the league will take swift action regarding the incident.
Last year, the same incident happened to Geek Fam’s Tantyo “Doyok” Saputra during Season Six of the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League-Indonesia. He was handed a two-game ban for his actions.
The MPL has yet to issue a statement regarding the matter.
