Moin Khot
Sep, 04.2023
The co-owner of S8UL Esports, Animesh "Thug" Agarwal, recently announced the culmination of S8UL Esports' partnership with the renowned Indian streaming platform, Loco. The termination of their contract, however, has left the esports community in suspense regarding the organization's future streaming endeavors.
S8UL Esports Contract With Loco Has Ended
Over the past few years, S8UL Esports had established itself as a prominent presence on the Loco platform. Their streamers had consistently engaged audiences on Loco, creating a symbiotic relationship that was fruitful for both parties. This partnership had been marked by dedicated content creators and players from S8UL Esports who religiously streamed on the platform, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie.
In a recent livestream, Thug responded to the growing curiosity within the community regarding the absence of S8UL Esports on Loco. He confirmed that the contract with Loco had indeed reached its conclusion, hinting at a possible shift in streaming platforms. However, he stopped short of revealing concrete plans, leaving the esports world abuzz with speculation.
Thug's statements, while acknowledging the end of their association with Loco, did not definitively outline their next steps. He stated that they were not just associated with Loco, and their contract had ended. This enigmatic declaration has left fans pondering whether S8UL Esports will seek new international prospects, potentially venturing into the international live streaming platform, Kick, or opt for domestic options like Jio Cinema/Jio Games.
The dissolution of the partnership between S8UL Esports and Loco marks the conclusion of an era characterized by synergy and mutual support. Thug himself expressed gratitude, saying, "We had a very, very, very insane relation with them (Loco). Working with the entire team was amazing." Despite this show of appreciation, the future remains uncertain.
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As the esports community eagerly awaits S8UL Esports' next move, a sense of ambiguity shrouds the horizon. It will be interesting to see whether they rekindle their partnership with Loco in the future, or there is an entirely new streaming platform on the horizon.