Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League for Singapore and Malaysia is the latest esports league to be affected by the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak.
Citing concerns over the safety of players, staff, and fans, Moonton announced on its Facebook page that MPL SG/MY will go on hiatus indefinitely
In order to curb the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, Malaysia has put in place restrictions on nationwide movements from today until March 31. Malaysian citizens are not allowed to travel abroad, and tourists and visitors are banned from entering.
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The lock down includes a ban on mass gatherings and events, and the closure of all government and private premises except essential services.
MPL SG/MY concluded week three over the weekend, and is midway through the season. Geek Fam currently tops the table with a perfect 5-0 record.
At present, there are more than 600 reported cases of COVID-19 coronavirus infections in Malaysia.
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