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17:53, 20.11.2024
Singaporean esports organization Bleed Esports, founded in 2021, has found itself at the center of serious controversies. Following their removal from Riot Games’ international league in October for failing to meet obligations, the organization has been accused of withholding player salaries across multiple divisions. As a result, the team has faced a mass exodus of players.
Players from Overwatch, Rainbow Six Siege, and Apex Legends Terminate Contracts
Accusations from Rainbow Six Siege Players
Player MentalistC claimed that Bleed Esports delayed payments, breached contractual obligations, and even provided false payment documentation. He mentioned that the team had repeatedly reached out to Ubisoft for help in resolving the situation. According to MentalistC, players are prepared to terminate their contracts and are waiting for Ubisoft’s final decision to compete at the Six Invitational 2025.
Update on BLEED R6
— MentalistC (@MentalistC_) November 12, 2024
We can now terminate out contracts with BLEED with immediate effect. Awaiting Ubisoft's final decision.
Hopefully we can take part in the Invitiational 2025, 99.9% chance of qualifying to it right now. pic.twitter.com/3AgnXMMlSY
Apex Legends Fallout
Player Dropped reported that he, along with @knoqd, @YanyaMx, and @raven_apex, had terminated their contracts due to payment delays. They are now looking for a new team.
Overwatch Troubles
Team manager rXis revealed that despite promises to settle debts by November 15, the organization has yet to pay over $25,000. All players have become free agents, ending their partnership with Bleed Esports.
Regarding the @ggBleed Overwatch division pic.twitter.com/DKB3lNv8IZ
— ryan (@rXisOW) November 18, 2024
Crisis in CS2
Former CS2 coach kassad reported that the organization’s CEO has returned to their role but is avoiding communication with players, leaving debts unresolved. Moreover, additional staff and players have joined a lawsuit against Bleed Esports.
The History of Bleed Esports
Bleed Esports, once hailed as one of the most promising organizations in the region after securing $50.8 million in investments, made headlines in 2023 by winning the Ascension Tournament and earning a spot in the league. However, they were removed in October 2024 for severe breaches of obligations.
Scandals involving unpaid salaries, registration issues, and accusations against management have severely damaged the organization’s reputation. Meanwhile, crazyguy, a VALORANT player, stated that payment issues had never occurred before, while former teammate yay hinted at further revelations on social media.
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