In this year’s transfer season, Bilibili Gaming (BLG) has successfully recruited star player Knight from JD Gaming (JDG). Although Knight has not had great results at previous World Championships, he remains a major star in the LPL. Acquiring Knight indicates BLG’s strong determination to compete for the LPL title in the upcoming 2024 season.
However, BLG fans do not seem to have much faith in this move. Many even believe that the team is likely to face significant failures in the upcoming tournaments. The harsh critique comes from the fact that fans discovered the BLG team traveling while other teams are diligently training for the new season.
The issue stems from the new regulations of the Demacia Cup, the annual pre-season tournament in the LPL. Essentially, this year’s organizers require participating teams to bring their full roster. Teams that participated in the 2023 World Championship only need to use 3 out of their 5 official players in this tournament. This regulation will significantly increase the value of this year’s Demacia Cup compared to previous years.
Therefore, all LPL teams are training very seriously for this year’s Demacia Cup. They understand that this is a great opportunity to learn about their opponents for the upcoming season. However, BLG seems to have made no preparations for the Demacia Cup despite its imminent start. In fact, BLG members have been spotted traveling, which has frustrated fans.
– While other teams are training, BLG is traveling. Is this a joke?
– They might as well take an extended vacation since they’ll fail anyway next season.
– Or do they think they won’t compete until January?
Fairly speaking, BLG’s roster for the upcoming season appears extremely strong with the addition of Knight and many renowned players. However, the team’s lack of serious preparation could potentially lead them into trouble. This has happened to BLG in the recent 2023 World Championship, and it’s likely that they will fall into the same trap next season.