Introduction: The S16 season has officially begun, and most fans are likely following the recent competitions. As the offseason gradually concludes, teams in the LPL region are successively announcing their latest lineups for the second stage. Based on current competitive intensity, TES appears to be the team that has strengthened the most during the transfer period. The addition of AD player Aqua and jungler Tian should indeed boost their performance. Recently, the league officially announced the penalty decision for jungler Cream, confirming a permanent ban. While this should be applauded, Zhu Kai’s revelation has sparked doubts among netizens: jungler Milky Way is confirmed to return, despite having been permanently banned for match-fixing.

LPL Zhu Kai Exposes Match-Fixing, Milkway Returns

In recent years, the esports industry has grown rapidly, with increasing numbers of teams and players. However, regulations are not fully mature, leading some young players to succumb to external temptations and take irreversible paths. Match-fixing has become more prevalent lately; some less-known players risk it, as the rewards from fixing matches might exceed their lifetime career earnings. During the first stage, TES jungler Cream became a focal point of online discussion. In matches against weaker teams, his double Green Armor Scorpion play was indeed perplexing.

Recently, the league officially released the investigation results and penalty decision for player Yang Zijian (Cream). The investigation found that Cream had repeatedly engaged in actions directly or indirectly affecting match fairness, seriously violating relevant rules. The penalty was severe: a lifetime ban, revocation of any official honor eligibility, and prohibition from participating in any professional or semi-professional competitions organized by the league worldwide from now on. This is likely the most severe penalty in the LPL region in recent years. Previously, Bo could still compete overseas, but Cream is completely cut off from League of Legends. Many industry insiders also suggest that such discredited players should be banned across the gaming and companion-playing sectors.

Initially, this seemed a welcome outcome, but Zhu Kai’s爆料 sparked widespread discussion among players. He revealed that jungler Milky Way is confirmed to return. According to some industry sources, pending official confirmation, it could be finalized by Monday. Honestly, if such初级 match-fixing can be forgiven, why wasn’t Bo allowed back then? He was also coerced into match-fixing in the LPL and reported it voluntarily, leading to a lighter penalty. Why does FPX have so many issues?

A rational analysis of the difference between Milky Way and Cream: Cream’s match-fixing is indisputable, with clear in-game manipulation leaving no room for defense. In contrast, Milky Way likely only leaked BP information, and the LPL official never released investigation results or a penalty announcement. FPX only issued an indefinite suspension notice. Thus, his return is indeed possible, depending on which team dares to sign him, which would inevitably trigger overwhelming舆论. After all, match-fixing is a matter of zero tolerance; once involved, the label is permanent.

Goodbye thinks

No one expected that a player exposed for permanent banning could still return. This only shows that the LPL region currently lacks top domestic professional players. Milky Way was once a promising rookie jungler in the LPL. If he hadn’t leaked BP, his career would likely have been smooth, possibly becoming a top domestic player within years. Ultimately, one’s path is self-chosen, with no后悔药 available.

What do you all think about this?