TNC Predator Reunites with Kuku for Dota 2 Minor
Kuku, who was previously banned from The Chongqing Major, has rejoined TNC Predator to compete in the StarLadder ImbaTV Dota 2 Minor.
Valve’s Ban on Kuku
Kuku was banned by Valve for posting racist messages in the Dota 2 game chat. However, Valve was unhappy with how Predator handled the situation and intervened.
Backlash and Refusals
Commentators and personalities began refusing to work with Valve until the ban was lifted or a better solution was found.
The Fallout from Chongqing Major
Kuku missed The Chongqing Major and his team placed ninth. Following the event, Kuku rejoined his team to prepare for the DreamLeague Season 11 qualifiers.
Predator’s Disappointing Results
Predator missed out on a direct spot in the Stockholm Major and failed to make it to the Minor’s closed qualifiers.
Kuku Barred from WESG 2018
Kuku was prohibited from attending World Electronic Sports Games 2018 by a decision from the Chongqing city government.
Valve’s Response
A representative from Valve clarified that they didn’t pursue any options to lift the ban because of Predator’s attempts to cover up the apology. They anticipate no problems for Shanghai, where The International 2019 will be held.
Concerns and Disagreement
There is disagreement in the Dota scene regarding the fairness of Kuku’s ban and concerns about its impact on future events.
Predator’s Silence
Predator has not released a statement about their team captain’s situation.
TI9 and Kuku
If Predator qualifies for TI9, Kuku is expected to attend the event without any issues, while the team finds a stand-in for him in WESG 2018.
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