The Vietnam Championship Series (VCS) has been rocked by controversy as the league suspends 32 players from the Spring split over allegations of match fixing and involvement in betting activities.
Initial Investigations and Suspension
Following initial investigations into a betting network involving players from the Spring split, Riot Games announced the indefinite suspension of the VCS. Now, with the release of the first report by the organizers, the scale of the issue appears to be more significant than previously thought.
In a statement, the VCS announced the suspension of 32 players from the eight participating teams in the Spring tournament. The suspensions come as a result of the players’ alleged involvement in match fixing, pending further investigation. The implicated players are barred from participating in Riot Games’ professional scene until the facts are clarified.
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VCS officials has announced a list of 32 players and personals in suspended due to the VCS Spring 2024 investigations.#VCS #VCSEnglish pic.twitter.com/NjI420ch09
— VCS English (@vcs_english) March 28, 2024
Implicated Teams and Individuals
Among the teams most heavily implicated is Rainbow Warriors, with both the coach and manager embroiled in the controversy. All suspended players have the right to appeal the accusations against them, but they are prohibited from engaging in competitive activities during the investigation.
As of the time of writing, the organizers of the Vietnam league have not disclosed the fate of the Spring tournament. However, with this extensive list of suspended players, it seems unlikely that a VCS representative will participate in the Mid–Season Invitational.
Suspended Players of the VCS
GAM Esports
- Đỗ “Blazes” Đình Sang
- Lê “Pyshiro” Viết Huy
Team Whales
- Trần “BeanJ” Văn Chính
- Lê “Gloryy” Ngọc Vinh
Team Secret
- Hoàng “Eddie” Công Nghĩa
- Quách “Qian” Khánh Hoàng
Vikings Esports
- Lương “Gury” Hải Long
- Nguyễn “Bunn” Vũ Khang Nguyên
- Võ “Kairi” Văn Phi
- Ngô “Kratos” Đức Khánh
Ceberus Esports
- Nguyễn “Pun” Đăng Khoa
- Trần “Ikigai” Bảo Quang
- Nguyễn “Richard I” Hoàng Phú
- Nguyễn “ Slowz” Huy Hùng
MGN Blue Esports
- Nguyễn “Sorn” Minh Hào
- Bùi “Froggy” Văn Minh Hải
- Võ “Ryuk” Hoàng Lê Khang
- Đào “Rigel” Văn Tuấn
- Tiêu “Zodiac” Quốc Lương
Team Flash
- Lê “Dzung” Minh Dũng
- Đinh “Marcus” Bùi Quốc Cường
- Lê “Draktharr” Ngọc Toàn
- Nguyễn “Jane” Hoàng Khánh
- Lương “Puddin” Thành Tài
Rainbow Warriors
- Nguyễn “Hyo” Trung Hiếu
- Nguyễn “Yuki” Anh Kiệt
- Nguyễn “Spot” Phan Đình Khôi
- Nguyễn “Artifact” Văn Hậu
- Vũ “K1ller” Quốc Hưng
- Nguyễn “2T” Trọng Trí
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Conclusion
The suspension of 32 players from the VCS highlights the importance of maintaining integrity within esports. It serves as a reminder that match fixing and betting activities have no place in competitive gaming. Riot Games and the VCS are committed to upholding fair play and will continue to investigate and take action against any violations.