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(Thethaovanhoa.vn) - LPL media points out 6 factors causing teams in this region to lag behind LCK.
In recent years, with the majority of League of Legends World Championship titles belonging to the LPL region, many fans believed that teams here were surpassing LCK. However, at the 2022 Worlds, issues started to emerge. Despite the failures of LPL representatives at the biggest international LoL tournament, the media has pointed out 6 factors demonstrating that LPL is increasingly lagging behind its 'arch-rival' LCK.
1. Match Fixing
Match-fixing may ruin careers elsewhere; however, in LPL, punishments are not as severe as in LCK. Especially, LDL (the second-tier league of LPL) is where match-fixing incidents frequently occur. A notable case is the one involving player Bo in the 2021 season.
Even renowned professional players are not hesitant to participate in match-fixing. For mid-tier and low-profile players, match-fixing brings greater benefits than honest competition.
2. Cheating
Accompanying match-fixing is cheating in official matches as well as ranking matches. These incidents not only tarnish the image of LPL but also make players struggle with training. Many professional players in LPL have had to switch to Korean servers just because cheating has become too prevalent.
3. Backstage troubles
There's a clear fact: LCK players almost always have flawless backstage lives. These players may not perform exceptionally well, but they avoid getting involved in troubles. Even veteran players like Deft, BeryL, Faker... have no off-field dramas.
However, LPL players are often caught up in backstage troubles, whether verified or just rumors. Despite their efforts to not let these dramas affect their performance, it's evident that it reflects the unprofessionalism of LPL players.
4. Conflict among players
6. Players' Attitudes
In the past, players (both from LPL and LCK) had to sacrifice their careers for fame and glory. But today, with the increasing influence of social media, becoming a famous player overnight is understandable. Even just winning a championship can instantly make someone a legend.
However, success doesn't always come with a professional attitude. At the LPL All-Star 2022 tournament, star players successively withdrew. Except for TheShy (who was ill) and Uzi (taking care of his pregnant wife), the rest didn't provide reasonable explanations.
These factors may not immediately affect the LPL, but their impact will gradually unfold. The LPL region isn't lacking in talent and potential, but it's clear; after the 2022 Worlds, viewers could see teams from the mainland being left far behind by the LCK.
