A major controversy has erupted within the Indian PUBG Battlegrounds esports community regarding team selection for the Esports Nations Cup (ENC). Player Hemang “Trnsluc3nt” Chandel publicly questioned the appointment of coach Pratik “Aurum” Mehra. He also criticized the inclusion of player Vedzz.
Trnsluc3nt Questions Coaching and Selection for PUBG Battlegrounds: Team India ENC 2026
Trnsluc3nt claimed that Aurum lacks recent competitive experience. He stated that the coach lacks knowledge of the current Third-Person Perspective (TPP) meta. He alleged the coach skipped roster meetings and forced player decisions. He also claimed player feedback received AI-generated responses.
“Why is Aurum coach over people who played recent regional finals & S-Tier LANs? He’s out of comp PUBG for 3 years.”
Trnsluc3nt urged management to scout long-term performance instead of relying on two days of scrims.
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Aurum Responds to Allegations
Coach Pratik “Aurum” Mehra responded to the criticisms on X. He stated that the complaints stem from bitterness over roster rejection.
“It is obvious this complaint comes from bitterness over not being selected for the ENC roster.”
Aurum claimed that Trnsluc3nt’s own teammates rejected him from the lineup. He defended his international record and criticized Trnsluc3nt’s recent results.
He stated that the final roster was fully agreed upon by the players. He noted the complaints only arrived after they failed to qualify.
The debate highlights ongoing discussions surrounding selection transparency and coaching standards in Indian esports. Both parties remain firm on their views.
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