The incident involving YEKINDAR quickly became one of the most discussed moments after his team’s elimination from BLAST Bounty. When the series ended, the Latvian rifler walked past Parivision coach Dastan and refused the usual post-match handshake. The brief moment was caught on camera and spread rapidly across X (Twitter) and Reddit. As a result, the clip sparked widespread discussion and immediate backlash from parts of the community.
Possible roots of the conflict
Soon after the video appeared, fans began recalling the shared history between YEKINDAR and Dastan. In 2021, Dastan coached Virtus.pro while YEKINDAR played a key role on the roster. Many now point to that period as the possible start of their tension.
Some social media users also claimed that Dastan approached YEKINDAR during the pre-match warm-up. According to those accounts, the interaction visibly annoyed the Latvian player. However, neither side has confirmed this version of events.
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Community reaction splits sharply
The reaction from the Counter-Strike community remains divided.
- Many fans criticized YEKINDAR’s behavior and called it unprofessional. They stressed that handshakes represent a basic standard of sportsmanship, regardless of personal history.
- Others offered a different view. They argued that personal issues could justify the refusal if the conflict runs deeper than the public knows.
- Several observers also noted that YEKINDAR shook hands with other Parivision members. He appeared to single out Dastan, which only fueled speculation about an unresolved personal dispute.
As the discussion grew, replies filled with memes, jokes, and harsh comments. The situation quickly turned into a broader debate about player conduct on stage.
No comments from either side
So far, neither YEKINDAR nor Dastan has addressed the incident publicly or commented on the situation through social media or official channels. The absence of any clarification has left fans and analysts to piece together context based on past history and second-hand accounts. As a result, speculation continues to dominate the discussion, with every replay of the clip fueling new theories and debates across the community.
Why the moment matters
Player behavior at LAN events faces increasing scrutiny. Even a few seconds of post-match footage can trigger major controversy. For YEKINDAR, who now represents one of the scene’s top teams, moments like this directly influence public perception. Whether the refusal had a deeper cause or not, it left a strong impression. For now, BLAST Bounty will be remembered not only for the results on the server, but also for the tension that followed off it.
