Title: Why doesn’t KPL have AS? ——In-depth analysis of the mystery of the absence of professional league teams
In recent years, KPL (Glory of Kings Professional League), as the top domestic e-sports event, has attracted a large number of spectators and teams to participate. However, many players discovered that the well-known team AS (All-Star) did not appear in the KPL. This article will analyze this phenomenon from multiple angles and combine it with hot topic data from the entire network in the past 10 days to reveal the reasons behind it.
1. Inventory of recent popular e-sports topics

| Ranking | topic | heat index | amount of discussion |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | KPL summer split team roster announced | 9.8 | 1.2 million+ |
| 2 | Speculation on the reason for AS team’s absence from KPL | 8.7 | 850,000+ |
| 3 | Hero balance adjustments for the new season | 7.9 | 650,000+ |
| 4 | KPL player transfer news | 7.5 | 520,000+ |
2. Five possible reasons why the AS team is absent from KPL
1.funding issues: The operation of a professional e-sports team requires a large amount of financial support. According to industry insiders, the AS team may not be able to meet the KPL's participation requirements due to sponsor withdrawals or a broken capital chain.
2.Player changes: KPL stipulates that teams must maintain a stable lineup of players. The core players of the AS team lost a lot during the offseason, resulting in a decline in overall strength and the inability to pass the KPL qualification review.
3.Event planning adjustments: Some teams will choose to strategically abandon certain seasons. AS may turn its focus to other e-sports events or youth training system construction, and temporarily withdraw from the KPL stage.
4.Alliance access system: KPL implements a strict club access mechanism, including comprehensive evaluation of operational capabilities, commercial value, etc. AS may not meet the standards in a certain assessment link.
5.internal management issues: Poor internal management of e-sports clubs will affect qualifications. There are rumors that AS has management turmoil, resulting in the inability to prepare for the new season normally.
3. Comparison of historical data between KPL and AS teams
| season | AS best score | Number of participating teams in KPL | AS whether to participate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2021 | quarterfinals | 16 | yes |
| Fall 2021 | Top 16 | 16 | yes |
| Spring 2022 | Not participating | 18 | no |
| Summer 2023 | Not participating | 20 | no |
4. Opinions of players and industry insiders
According to recent online surveys:
- 42% of players believe that financial problems are the main reason
- 28% of players guessed that the team’s strategy was adjusted
- 18% of players attributed to player attrition
- 12% of players said they did not know the specific situation
Well-known e-sports commentator "King Zhe Lao Pao" said in the live broadcast: "AS's absence reflects the cruel reality of the e-sports industry. Without stable financial support and a complete talent training system, no matter how strong a team is, it may be short-lived."
5. Prediction of the future direction of the AS team
Although AS is currently absent from KPL, industry insiders generally believe:
1. If the financial problem can be solved, AS is expected to return to the competition in the 2024 season
2. The team may first participate in the secondary league to accumulate points, and then compete for KPL seats.
3. The possibility of acquisition and reorganization by other clubs cannot be ruled out.
4. If absent for a long time, AS brand value will drop significantly
6. Summary
The AS team's absence from the KPL is the result of a variety of factors, reflecting the fierce competitive environment in the professional e-sports field. For teams, a sustainable operating model needs to be established; for leagues, club support mechanisms need to be continuously improved. In the future, we look forward to seeing more powerful teams like AS continue to shine in the professional arena.
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