Lee Xin, the manager of the Cambodian Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) team Burn x Flash, has been banned from participating in all esports activities in Cambodia for six months by the eSports Federation of Cambodia (EFC). The ban was announced on June 6, 2023, and came into force shortly after he refused to comment on the flip-flops worn by some athletes at the recent ASEAN Games.
The EFC's decision to ban Lee Xin was made in response to his "unprofessional and disrespectful" behavior. In a statement, the EFC said that Lee Xin's refusal to comment on the flip-flops was "an insult to the athletes who represented Cambodia at the ASEAN Games" and that it "sent the wrong message to the youth of Cambodia."
Lee Xin has not commented on the EFC's decision. However, his ban is a major blow to Burn x Flash, who are one of the top MLBB teams in Cambodia. The team will now have to find a new manager for the next six months.
The EFC's decision to ban Lee Xin is a reminder that esports is a professional sport and that athletes and coaches are expected to behave in a professional manner. It is also a warning to other esports professionals that they must be careful about their words and actions, as they could face disciplinary action if they do not meet the standards set by the EFC.
