Key Takeaways
- Adin Ross hinted at leaving Kick, raising uncertainty about his future on the platform.
- His departure would possibly impact both his career and Kick’s standing in the streaming world.
- Despite success on Kick, Ross’s relationship with the platform remains uncertain, though it may all be a joke.
Popular streamer Adin Ross has recently hinted that he may have ended his association with Twitch rival Kick.com. Shortly after its launch, Stake-backed streaming platform Kick gained attention by signing several prominent content creators, aiming to challenge Twitch‘s dominance and grow its audience base.
Adin Ross joined Kick in February 2023, but just days later, he was permanently banned from Twitch. While the reason for the ban wasn’t initially clear, Twitch later explained that it was due to Ross allowing hateful and unfiltered chat behavior during one of his streams. Despite losing access to his 7 million followers on Twitch, the ban had little impact on Ross’s career. Kick proved to be a strong alternative, where he not only found success but also became a vocal supporter of the platform, actively encouraging other prominent streamers to follow his lead and make the move from Twitch to Kick.
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Although renowned streamer Adin Ross is currently the second most-followed streamer on Kick with 1.4 million followers, recent posts have raised questions about his future on the platform. On Twitter, Ross teased a potential stream with UFC star Jon Jones, but left the platform for the event unclear, simply asking, “Whereeeeeee.” A follow-up post on November 14 added to the uncertainty, as Ross admitted he wasn’t sure when or where he would stream next. Despite these developments, nothing can be confirmed about Ross’s future on Kick at this time.
Fans React to Adin Ross’s Cryptic Posts About Potential Kick Departure
In the comments, fans are guessing where Adin Ross might go next, with suggestions including Rumble, Twitch, and even Twitter. While it’s still unclear whether Ross will leave Kick or which platform he might choose, his relationship with the Stake-backed platform appeared to be very strong previously. Last year, Kick’s CEO surprised Adin Ross with a lavish Rolls-Royce for his birthday, signaling a deep connection between the two.
Should Ross confirm his departure, it would represent a significant shift for both his career and Kick’s place in the streaming world. Ross’s presence on the platform has been crucial in drawing attention and challenging Twitch’s dominance. For instance, a stream featuring an interview with a fake Kim Jong Un shattered Ross’s all-time viewership records, and his August 5 stream with Donald Trump was even more successful. Additionally, Adin Ross has repeatedly asked Twitch for a second chance, and it remains to be seen whether the platform will lift his ban.