LNG Esports - League of Legends

LNG Esports: From Rebranding to Prominence

LNG Esports, formerly known as Snake Esports, rebranded in 2019 after being acquired by Chinese sportswear company Li-Ning. This strategic move aimed to elevate the team's presence in the competitive League of Legends scene. The inaugural LNG roster featured top laner Li "Flandre" Xuanjun, jungler Lê "SofM" Quang Duy, mid laner Huang "Fenfen" Chen, bot laner Lu "Asura" Qi, and support Hu "Maestro" Jianxin. (en.wikipedia.org)

Recent Achievements and Sponsorships

In 2023, LNG Esports secured a significant sponsorship deal with Chinese electronic motorcycle brand NineBot, leading to the team's rebranding as "LNG NineBot" during the League of Legends World Championship. (esportsadvocate.net) This partnership underscores LNG's growing influence in the esports industry.

The team's roster has seen notable additions, including mid laner Lee "Scout" Ye-chan, the 2021 World Championship Finals MVP, who joined LNG in December 2022. (esportbet.com) Under the guidance of head coach Wang "YiL" Liangyi, LNG Esports continues to be a formidable contender in the LPL, showcasing both strategic depth and individual talent.

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Written on May 2, 2025 3:33 PM