G2 Terminates Perkz Contract after Social Media Statement
G2 Esports has terminated the contract of Luka ‘Perkz’ Perković, the head coach of its League of Legends roster, following significant backlash over his controversial social media post. The post, which discussed Perkz’s personal views on abortion and politics, sparked widespread criticism from the esports community and G2’s fanbase.
G2 CEO Alban Dechelotte acknowledged the controversy in a statement, apologizing for the impact of Perkz’s post. “We acknowledge that this statement hurt many of our fans, and we want to apologize for it,” Dechelotte said. “As a result, we have decided to terminate our collaboration with the individual.” The statement emphasized that G2 is a diverse and international organization with people from various backgrounds.
The swift action reflects the gaming industry’s increasingly scrutinized relationship with public figures and their social media presence, particularly within esports where players and coaches represent major brands and organizations. The incident highlights how personal statements by coaching staff can significantly impact an organization’s reputation and fan relationships in the competitive gaming space.