# Maven quits CDL after relationship reveal

> Call of Duty caster Maven steps away from league after admitting dating Merk's ex-wife.
- Title: Maven quits CDL after relationship reveal · Dexerto | Shortify
- Summary: Call of Duty caster Maven steps away from league after admitting dating Merk's ex-wife. Call of Duty caster Maven has quit the CDL for the foreseeable future…
- Keywords: maven, merk, cdl, call of duty, coaching, esports, gaming, sports, quits, relationship, reveal, Dexerto
- Source: Dexerto — https://dexerto.com/call-of-duty/call-of-duty-caster-maven-quits-after-admitting-relationship-with-co-commentators-ex-wife-3416394
- Author: Calum Patterson
- Published: 2026-10-07T15:38:47+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: maven, merk, cdl, call of duty, coaching, esports, gaming, sports
## Maven steps away from CDL
Call of Duty caster Maven announced he is stepping away from the CDL for the foreseeable future after revealing he is in a relationship with his longtime casting partner Merk’s ex-wife.
## Maven and Merk’s history
Maven, real name Clint Evans, spent years casting alongside Joe 'Merk' DeLuca and became one of competitive Call of Duty’s best-known casting duos.
## Relationship with ex-wife
Maven explained he remained friends with Merk’s ex-wife, Maurisa, after their divorce and that their relationship became romantic.
## Maven’s statement
Maven wrote he understands how unconventional it is and that he never foresaw this relationship happening.
## Future plans
Maven left the door open to returning to Call of Duty commentary but emphasized it was a hell of a ride and he appreciates the love over the years.
## Key takeaway

Call of Duty caster Maven has quit the CDL for the foreseeable future after confessing he started dating Merk's ex-wife.