Just hours ago, South Korean media reported that KeSPA officially postponed the selection of the League of Legends team for South Korea until after MSI 2022 concludes. This is not the first time KeSPA has faced criticism regarding its selection process for the 2022 Asian Games. Previously, this organization has continuously been complained about by the League of Legends community in Korea and around the world for its exceedingly “clumsy” handling. Notably, Coach kkOma himself expressed his frustration and unilaterally resigned as the head coach of the Korean team for the upcoming 2022 Asian Games.
It was hoped that the issues raised by Coach kkOma and Faker regarding their overwhelming workload would make KeSPA more cautious and meticulous in its decision-making. However, it can be said that up to now, the organization has shown no signs of improvement.
In fact, this situation has led LCK to be teased by LPL quite a bit. Although LPL is currently facing many difficulties due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it can be said that so far, LPL is still doing well with its responsibilities. And while the team lineup for the 2022 Asian Games in China has not been revealed, it is almost certain that the previous selection rules will still apply with not too many changes.
With the latest announcement from KeSPA, the LCK community has likely reached its breaking point. On social media platforms, many comments have been made by League of Legends fans in Korea regarding this incident. Most express disappointment and frustration at KeSPA’s “clumsy” moves in selecting the team for the upcoming 2022 Asian Games.
And the players are the “victims” as they are inadvertently caught up in this mess despite just finishing a tough season. In particular, T1 players may be affected psychologically as they are facing the very important MSI 2022 ahead.
However, at this point, KeSPA has not provided any official information. But it can be said that not only the players but even the audience is gradually losing faith in this organization. The disappointment is even greater as this is the first time League of Legends in particular and Esports in general is becoming a medal event at an Asian Games.