Some interesting news just dropped on Twitter courtesy of Mad Catz’ Mark “MarkMan” Julio. According to the community and sponsorship manager, official pages for Evo 2013 champion Xian and Gackt have been removed from the peripheral manufacturer’s website, suggest a parting of ways. Both players were sponsored by Mad Catz through Desperation Move, a competitive gaming organization based in their home country of Singapore.

While little information has been provided as to why the duo is no longer sponsored, the split appears to be amicable, with Julio sending them well-wishes in an as-of-yet unannounced new venture.

We have removed the profiles of Xian (@XianMSG) & Gackt (@GacktEng_SG) from http://t.co/VZTnGCmumf & wish them the best in the future! #FGC — Mark Julio (マークマン) (@MarkMan23) January 23, 2014

We (@MadCatz) owe @XianMSG & @GacktEng_SG so much for their hard work & representation. I’m sure they will do great in their next venture! — Mark Julio (マークマン) (@MarkMan23) January 23, 2014

We would like to wish all the parties involved the best of luck as they move forward.

Source: Mark “MarkMan” Julio, featured image courtesy of Edmund Yeong Photography and Desperation Move