"Twitch incoming": Fans speculate as IShowSpeed says he is "recharging" after his YouTube channel reportedly gets temporarily banned

YouTube star Darren "IShowSpeed" made a cryptic post on X after his YouTube channel was temporarily banned from streaming due to a community guidelines strike. The strike came after his viral daredevil stunt, which involved the creator jumping over two sports cars racing towards him, while they were moving towards him at high speeds.

As per information provided by a verified fan page of the streamer (@iShowSpeedHQ) and his cameraman Slipz, IShowSpeed supposedly received a "Strike" for participating in "dangerous activities". Now, the streamer will supposedly be unable to hold a broadcast for the next two weeks. IShowSpeed has allegedly submitted an appeal for the temporary ban.

Taking to X in a post made on August 6, 2024, through his alternate account (@ronaldobetter07), IShowSpeed stated:

"Recharging………… omm ull see."

Netizens have reacted to the post with speculations regarding the trajectory of his streaming schedule concerning the ban. Some believe he may try and circumvent his ban by switching to Twitch for a short while. Others gave the creator advice on how to spend his potential time away from his typical broadcasts.

X user @nvmmjay stated that the streamer's Twitch career could see resuscitation:

"Twitch incoming."

Many other users wondered what Speed would now do during his time off the platform and expressed excitement for his return:

"What’re you gonna be doing while you’re banned" @yeahtxnio wondered on X

"Part time streamer loving it" @cba2make1up opined on X

"Speed comeback stream gonna hit hard asf." @Jxudy02 shared on X

Showcasing their support, @IdentimiYT asked the streamer to take the time he requires during this potential two-week-long break to recover:

"Take your time bro I dont want to see u 60%"

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What happened during IShowSpeed's jump over the two sports cars?

IShowSpeed attempted the jump over his Lamborghini Huracan, which is christened with a custom Cristiano Ronaldo-themed livery, as well as over a McLaren 720s. The jump was the second one of its kind done by the creator, with the original being uploaded to his Instagram account and showcasing him leaping over his Lamborghini Huracan.

This stunt was attempted was done during a YouTube livestream, in response to claims that his first jump was "fake" or used Computer-generated imagery (CGI). Further, it was a substantially more difficult jump than the first, with him jumping over two cars consecutively. The stunt sent waves through the streaming community online, with users fawning over the creator's feat.

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IShowSpeed was accompanied by Kick star Adin Ross during the jump. Right before, however, the Kick streamer tried to dissuade the former. In response, Speed chided the creator and stated that he may end up potentially ruining his "mindset" over the stunt.