Experienced CS:GO coach, Mikhail Kane Blagin, announced that on February 23, 2022, he agreed to become a 9Pandas coach.

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On February 23, 2022, I agreed to join 9Pandas as a trainer, but once the war began, it would be wrong from any ethical point of view to do business with the Russians. Despite the fact that there are good Russians

Kane's decision highlights the complex ethical issues facing esports professionals in the current global climate. The ongoing conflict has had a significant impact on the esports landscape, leading to a breakdown in ties between organizations and players moving out of the region.