Rhenz Abando, Ira Bataller join UST exodus - report

Two more players will be leaving the University of Santo Tomas (UST) following the Sorsogon 'bubble' issue.

On Monday, players Rhenz Abando and Ira Bataller confirmed to UST student publication 'The Varsitarian' they will be leaving the España-based squad.

UST Growling Tigers' Rhenz Abando PHOTO FROM UAAP

"UAAP Season 82 standout Rhenz Abando confirms departure from the Tigers, a day before the expected announcement of results of UST’s internal probe into the alleged Sorsogon bubble. Ira Bataller also confirmed to leave the team," The Varsitarian said in a tweet.

After news broke out that they are leaving the Tigers' lair, Abando, in an Instagram story posted a photo of a building in UST with the caption "Thank you for your unending grace!"

UST Growling Tigers' Ira Bataller PHOTO FROM UAAP

Abando and Bataller's exit comes days after Brent Paraiso confirmed his departure from the team.

Former UST team captain CJ Cansino, two weeks ago, announced he was kicked off the team.

UST head coach Aldin Ayo cited 'differences' in their orientation as a reason for Cansino's exit.

The UAAP will meet again with government agencies on Tuesday regarding UST’s supposed training camp in Sorsogon. -- BAP, GMA News