Blacklist International's sweep of their rivals Smart Omega 2-0 to retain their top spot in the Mobile Legends Professional League-Philippines (MPL PH) Season Eight rankings was soured after a player had to absorb a suspension and a fine.
Blacklist's Kiel “OHEB” Soriano made an "unprofessional gesture" after his team's win over Smart Omega which was caught on camera during the live broadcast of Blacklist's post-match celebration.
In a statement by the league, Soriano was in violation of rule 12.2.1 — making a "prohibited