Kelra to Play for National Team for the First Time

Duane “Kelra” Pillas is set to make his first appearance for the Philippine national esports team as SIBOL opens its campaign in the Asian Games MLBB Qualifiers against Laos in Singapore.

Pillas was selected in April 2026 as SIBOL’s sixth man for Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, joining the roster tasked with representing the Philippines in the regional qualifiers.

The Filipino gold laner shares the position with Dave “Teddy” Viaña and provides additional depth to a squad largely composed of Team Liquid Philippines players.

Widely regarded as one of the top gold laners in the MLBB professional scene, Kelra has built a reputation through his performances in both local and international competition.

His appearance against Laos marks his first official outing in a SIBOL uniform as the Philippines begins its quest for a spot in the Asian Games.

SIBOL faces Laos in Friday’s opening match of the Asian Games MLBB Qualifers in Singapore.

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