One of paiN Gaming’s longest-standing members, Vinicios "PKL" Coelho has benched himself following the team’s early exit from IEM Katowice 2023.
In a video shared over the paiN Gaming Twitter account, PKL speaks about personal and family problems that he needs to focus on, as well as plans of seeking physiological and psychological professional help. He stated that he will undergo physiotherapy in order to address a spine problem during his time off.
Alongside Rodrigo "biguzera" Bittencourt, PKL is paiN’s longest-standing member, having been with the team since February 2019. During his absence, biguzera will take the in-game leader duties, while Gabriel "NEKIZ" Schenato, who was benched from the team back in July 2022, will return to the active roster.
paiN Gaming current roster
Rodrigo “biguzera” Bittencourt
hardzao
Gabriel “NEKIZ” Schenato
Zevy
Felipe “skullz” Medeiros
coach: rikz.br
In this new formula, paiN Gaming have a busy schedule ahead of them. Their first match with NEKIZ this season is set for tomorrow, February 8, against Limitless in CCT North America Series 3. Later this month they will travel to Malta for ESL Pro League Season 17 and they are also expected to compete in the qualifiers for IEM Brazil and the BLAST.tv Paris Major.
headline picture courtesy of StarLadder
