Key Takeaways
- Adin Ross responds to Kick CEO’s remarks, escalating tensions with an ultimatum.
- Ross hints at a possible split from Kick in cryptic social media post.
- His future with Kick remains uncertain, as does the potential impact on the platform if he departs.
Former Twitch streamer Adin Ross has responded to Kick CEO Ed Craven’s remarks about his rumored departure from the platform, escalating tensions with a public ultimatum. The streamer, who joined Kick in February last year, faced a permanent ban from Twitch shortly after.
Adin Ross is one of the world’s top content creators, amassing a massive following of over 7 million on Twitch before his ban. Currently, he stands as Kick’s second most-followed streamer, with over 1.4 million followers, cementing his value to the Stake-backed platform, which, at just two years old, is actively working to expand its audience. Recently, however, Adin Ross has sparked speculation about his future with Kick by hinting at a possible split in a cryptic social media post where he expressed uncertainty about when or where he would stream next. While no concrete details have emerged about his relationship with Kick, the situation has left many fans guessing.
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The situation escalated when a viewer during a live stream asked Kick CEO Ed Craven about Ross’s status with the platform. Craven dismissed the notion of Ross leaving and downplayed the rumors as “Twitter stuff,” while also suggesting that the content creator thrives on generating engagement through drama. Adin Ross appeared to take offense to these remarks and, in a now-deleted tweet, accused Craven of failing to address the matter privately, instead treating it as a joke, and dismissing it as scripted. Ross warned Twitch’s rival Kick‘s CEO to resolve the situation privately, calling it his “last chance” before he would publicly reveal what he referred to as “the real you.”
Adin Ross’s Future with Kick Remains Uncertain
Neither person has made further public statements following these events, leaving Ross’s future with Kick unclear. While it remains uncertain whether he will stay or seek an alternative platform, a departure would undoubtedly impact Kick to some degree. Adin Ross’s high-profile August 5 stream with Donald Trump and record-breaking stream featuring an interview with a fake Kim Jong Un have been some of the platform’s most notable moments.
Meanwhile, Kick appears determined to position itself as a dominant force in the streaming industry. A recent statement from one of Kick’s co-founders emphasized the platform’s ambitious goal to “either beat Twitch or buy them out.” While the long-term industry leader remains to be seen, this aggressive stance reflects Kick’s commitment to growth. The increasing competition between platforms is a positive force, as it encourages innovation and improvement across the board—ultimately benefiting both streamers and viewers alike.