TL;DR
- RNG signs Betty from Flash Wolves and promotes Xiaolongbao from academy for 2020 LPL season
- Veteran coach Mata joins while Uzi, Ming, and Xiaohu re-sign with the organization
- Betty brings international experience but seeks breakthrough performance at Worlds
- Xiaolongbao represents new generation talent with LDL championship pedigree
- Team aims to overcome past Worlds disappointments with refreshed roster strategy
Royal Never Give Up has finalized its competitive League of Legends lineup for the upcoming LPL 2020 competitive season, implementing a strategic blend of experienced veterans and promising new talent.
The organization’s recruitment strategy includes signing Lu “Betty” Yu-Hung and Li “Xiaolongbao” Xiao-Long as key additions to their starting roster. Complementing these external acquisitions, Wang “S1xu” Kang-Can and Zhang “yuekai” Yue-Kai have earned promotions from RNG’s developmental academy team to the main competitive squad. Crucially, the team secured contract extensions with established stars Jian “Uzi” Zi-Hao, Shi “Ming” Sen-Ming, and Li “Xiaohu” Yuan-Hao, maintaining core leadership and experience.
In a significant coaching move, RNG recruited recently retired professional player Cho “Mata” Se-hyeong as head coach, bringing strategic insight from his playing career. The official roster announcements were disseminated through the organization’s Twitter social media channels.
Betty and Xiaolongbao join RNG for their first LPL venture
Both Betty and Xiaolongbao represent significant new additions to the LPL competitive landscape, with neither player having previous experience on China’s premier League of Legends stage.
Betty transitions to RNG following three consecutive competitive seasons with Flash Wolves in the League of Legends Master Series (LMS). During his tenure with the Taiwanese organization, Betty established himself as a dominant force, contributing to Flash Wolves’ impressive championship record that included victories in both 2017 LMS splits, both 2018 splits, and the LMS 2019 Spring Playoffs championship.
His domestic success earned multiple appearances on the global competitive stage, though Flash Wolves consistently struggled to advance beyond the group phase in international tournaments. The team placed 14th overall at the 2017 League of Legends World Championship and improved to ninth position at Worlds 2018, yet failed to progress from the initial group stage on both occasions.
For players transitioning between regions, common adaptation challenges include communication barriers, meta comprehension differences, and adjusting to new team dynamics. Betty’s experience suggests a 2-3 month adjustment period typically required for optimal performance integration.
Xiaolongbao presents a contrasting profile as a relatively recent competitive entry, having joined the League of Legends Development League (LDL) only in the current competitive year. Competing under the Young Miracles organization banner, the talented jungler captured championship honors at the 2019 LDL Spring Playoffs, though his team fell short of repeating this achievement during the subsequent summer split competition.
Despite the summer performance dip, RNG’s scouting department identified his exceptional mechanical skill and game sense, resulting in his promotion to the organization’s primary competitive roster.
The jungle position represents one of League of Legends’ most demanding roles, requiring exceptional map awareness, objective control timing, and adaptive pathing decisions. Successful LDL to LPL transitions typically involve focused mentorship programs and gradual integration into starting lineups to manage competitive pressure.
RNG is looking for a Worlds comeback with a fresh roster
Royal Never Give Up has maintained consistent elite status among Chinese competitive teams throughout recent competitive years. The organization’s trophy cabinet includes multiple LPL split championships, Demacia Cup victories, and most notably the prestigious 2018 Mid-Season Invitational championship title.
However, the World Championship tournament has consistently presented formidable challenges for RNG. The team’s peak Worlds performance reached the semifinal stage at the 2017 World Championship, while their most recent 2019 campaign ended disappointingly with elimination during the group stage phase.
Common strategic pitfalls for teams transitioning between domestic and international success include over-reliance on established strategies, inadequate meta adaptation, and insufficient preparation for diverse regional playstyles. The 2020 roster reconstruction, including strategic additions like optimized role assignments seen in successful team compositions.
With this revitalized player lineup combining experienced veterans and promising newcomers, RNG aims to finally achieve their long-standing world championship aspirations. Advanced team coordination strategies similar to those discussed in our comprehensive competitive guide, RNG’s management believes the balanced roster construction addresses previous competitive weaknesses while maximizing championship potential.
Action Checklist
- Analyze Betty’s champion pool adaptation from LMS to LPL meta requirements
- Monitor Xiaolongbao’s jungle pathing efficiency in early LPL matches
- Evaluate Mata’s coaching impact on team macro decision-making
- Track Uzi’s performance metrics post-return for consistency assessment
- Compare RNG’s early game objectives control with previous seasons
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