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The Chengdu Hunters have been announced as the latest new franchise for Season 2 of the Overwatch League, which will begin play Feb. 14, confirming an earlier report on ESPN Esports. The Hunters unveiled an orange and black color scheme featuring a giant panda, the symbol of Chengdu, according to parent company HUYA Inc. They become the third Chinese team in the OWL, joining the Shanghai Dragons and fellow expansion team Guangzhou Charge. "The Overwatch League is an international league, and the Chengdu Hunters will not only impress the gaming world with their excellent performance but also will bring to the league more Chinese elements, increasing our diversity," said Wu Zefeng, General Manager of Game Broadcasting Business, HUYA Inc. "The name, Chengdu Hunters, means bravery, smartness, swiftness, and team work; the name was chosen as a symbol of the team's dedication to pursuing the honor of the league. "Further, we chose the giant panda as the team's logo because it is the national treasure of China, the symbol of Chengdu, and a symbol of peace and good luck. At the same time, the panda also boasts powerful fighting strength and represents the Chinese spirit of perseverance, and collectively with the team's name, represents the team's determination to achieve victory." HUYA, a livestreaming platform based in China, will partner with Chinese esports club Royal Never Give Up ("RNG") as a consultant on operating the team.
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