Dota 2’s Competitive Scene: A History of Players Getting Banned
Dota 2 has a competitive scene governed by organizers and Valve to ensure fair play. However, there have been instances where players have attempted to break the rules and faced permanent bans from competitive Dota 2 events. Let’s take a look at some notable cases:
1. Bryan “SmAsH” Siña – Match Fixing, 2016
Bryan “SmAsH” Siña was a rising star in the South American Dota 2 scene. Unfortunately, his career was cut short when he and his teammates were involved in a match-fixing scandal. They bet against themselves in a third-place match, leading to a devastating ban from Valve events.
2. Ex-Newbee feat. Moogy and Faith – Match Fixing, 2021
Xu “Moogy” Han and Zeng “Faith” Hongda, former members of Newbee, faced a ban for match-fixing. This was a shock to the community as both players had impressive achievements, including winning The International. Their actions raised concerns about the integrity of the game.
3. VtFaded, Ahjit – Account Sharing and Match Fixing, 2022
Cheng “vtFαded” Jia Hao found himself in trouble for account sharing and match-fixing. Alongside Lai “Ahjit” Jay, they were involved in a complex account-sharing situation during the SEA DPC qualifiers. As a result, they, along with eight other players, received permanent bans from Valve events.
4. Jimmy “DeMoN” Ho – Misconduct, 2021
Jimmy “DeMoN” Ho had a tumultuous career in Dota 2. He was accused of sexual assault, which led to his permanent ban from Valve and Beyond the Summit events. The case remains controversial and unresolved, with DeMoN denying the accusations.
5. Kamil “Koma`” Biktimirov – Account Sharing, 2022
Kamil “Koma`” Biktimirov, recently signed by Virtus Pro, made a grave mistake before the 2023 DPC season. He used a friend’s account to help them in the open qualifiers, resulting in a permanent ban for account sharing. This ended Koma’s Dota 2 career before it even had a chance to flourish.
These cases highlight the importance of maintaining fairness and integrity in Dota 2’s competitive scene. While players may face bans from Valve events, they can still participate in other tournaments organized by third parties. However, the permanent ban from Valve events is a significant blow to their professional careers.
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