Esports League Expands to Four New Cities
The league confirmed an expansion to four new cities next season, with the fresh franchise slots selling out within hours of going on sale — a vote of confidence in the city-based model the competition has championed.
Organisers said local identity had proven crucial to building loyal audiences, with regional rivalries driving both ticket sales and viewership. The new entrants are expected to invest heavily in academies to develop home-grown talent.
The expansion brings questions of scheduling and competitive balance, but for a league still early in its life, the demand for slots was the headline operators wanted.
