The ongoing BetBoom Dacha 2024 Dubai SEA [Southeast Asia] and CN [China] closed qualifier witnessed a dramatic turn of events during the lower bracket final series. IHC Esports, a prominent Mongolian esports organization, faced an unexpected power outage while competing against Geek Fam.
The Pivotal Moment of Disconnection
In the second game of their series, IHC Esports faced a sudden disconnection due to a power outage reportedly caused by Acer’s tech team. Unable to continue, Geek Fam resumed the game and quickly secured a win in 8 minutes and 48 seconds, advancing to the grand finals with a decisive 2-0 victory.
Tournament Rules and Fair Play
While Geek Fam did not utilize their own pause timer to extend the wait for IHC, it’s important to note that this action was within the tournament rules. There was no obligation for Geek Fam to prolong the pause, despite the unfortunate circumstances faced by their opponents.
IHC Esports’ Reaction to the Incident
IHC Esports’ position five support, Tugstur “Se” Dashzevge, expressed his frustration on Facebook, stating the sudden power cut led to their loss in Game 2. He acknowledged that Geek Fam fully lent them their pause time, but it wasn’t sufficient for the technical team to resolve the power issue promptly.
Broader Implications of the Incident
The BetBoom Dacha 2024 Dubai SEA and CN closed qualifiers, being online tournaments, present unique challenges, as seen in this incident. IHC Esports is also competing in the Asia Pacific Predator League 2024 in Manila, with a substantial $100,000 prize pool at stake.
Upcoming Matches and Expectations
Currently, Geek Fam is facing ESL One Kuala Lumpur 2023 champion Azure Ray in a decisive best-of-five series. The winner of this matchup will secure a place in the BetBoom Dacha 2024 Dubai main tournament, adding further excitement and anticipation to the event.
The High Cost of Technical Failures in Esports: Lessons from IHC Esports’ Power Outage Incident
This incident highlights the critical importance of reliable infrastructure in esports. For teams like IHC Esports, such unforeseen technical issues can have significant consequences, especially in high-stakes tournaments.