DouYu names Simin Ren sole CEO and board chair

DouYu International Holdings Limited announced leadership changes.

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DouYu International Holdings Limited announced leadership changes. Ms. Simin Ren, previously Co-Chief Executive Officer, has been appointed sole Chief Executive Officer effective August 7, 2026, and will also serve as Chairperson of the board as well as Chairperson and member of both the Compensation Committee and the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. Mr. Jie Gao has been named Vice President of Investment effective August 7, 2026 and joined the board as a director effective August 6, 2026. Mr. Shaojie Chen voluntarily resigned as Chief Executive Officer and director for personal reasons, effective August 6, 2026, without any dispute or disagreement with the company. DouYu states that business operations remain normal and it does not expect the management changes to have a material adverse effect on its business or results of operations.

Key Figures

Effective date of Simin Ren as sole CEO: August 7, 2026 Effective date of Jie Gao as VP of Investment: August 7, 2026 Effective date of Jie Gao as director: August 6, 2026 +3 more

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Effective date of Simin Ren as sole CEO August 7, 2026 Appointment of Simin Ren as sole Chief Executive Officer effective as of this date

Effective date of Jie Gao as VP of Investment August 7, 2026 Appointment of Jie Gao as Vice President of Investment effective as of this date

Effective date of Jie Gao as director August 6, 2026 Appointment of Jie Gao as a director of the Board effective as of this date

Effective date of Shaojie Chen resignation August 6, 2026 Voluntary resignation of Shaojie Chen as CEO and director effective as of this date

Year Jie Gao joined DouYu 2014 Mr. Gao joined the company in May 2014 as one of its first employees

Year of Jie Gao’s bachelor’s degree 2013 Mr. Gao received his bachelor’s degree from Hubei Business College in 2013

Key Terms

Vice President of Investment, Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, safe harbor, forward-looking statements, +1 more

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Vice President of Investment financial

"Mr. Jie Gao as the Company's Vice President of Investment"

Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee regulatory

"Chairperson of both the Compensation Committee and the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee"

A nominating and corporate governance committee is a group within a company's board of directors responsible for selecting and recommending individuals to serve as company leaders, such as directors or executives. They also develop and oversee policies to ensure the company is run fairly, ethically, and transparently. This committee matters to investors because it helps ensure the company is well-managed and guided by qualified, responsible leadership.

safe harbor regulatory

"This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions"

Safe harbor is a rule that protects companies or individuals from legal trouble if they follow certain guidelines or procedures. It’s like having a safety net that allows them to act without fear of punishment, as long as they stick to the rules. This helps encourage honest behavior and clear standards in financial and legal activities.

forward-looking statements regulatory

"This press release contains forward-looking statements"

Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.

game-centric live streaming platform technical

"DouYu International Holdings Limited ... is a leading game-centric live streaming platform in China"

FAQ

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What management changes did DouYu (DOYU) announce on August 7, 2026?

DouYu appointed Simin Ren as sole CEO and board Chairperson and named Jie Gao Vice President of Investment and a director, following Shaojie Chen’s voluntary resignation as CEO and director.

When do the executive and board changes at DouYu (DOYU) take effect?

Simin Ren’s roles as sole CEO and Jie Gao’s role as Vice President of Investment are effective August 7, 2026. Mr. Gao’s appointment as a director and Shaojie Chen’s resignation are effective August 6, 2026.

Why did former CEO Shaojie Chen resign from DouYu (DOYU)?

Shaojie Chen tendered his voluntary resignation as Chief Executive Officer and director for personal reasons. The company states his resignation occurred without any dispute or disagreement with DouYu.

What additional board responsibilities will Simin Ren hold at DouYu (DOYU)?

Simin Ren will serve as Chairperson of the Board and as a member and Chairperson of both the Compensation Committee and the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, expanding her leadership influence over governance and executive pay.

How does DouYu (DOYU) expect the leadership changes to affect its business?

DouYu states it continues normal business operations and does not expect the management changes to have a material adverse effect on its business or results of operations.

What is Jie Gao’s background before becoming Vice President of Investment at DouYu (DOYU)?

Jie Gao joined DouYu in May 2014, later serving as Investment Manager and then Investment Director since June 2018. He received his bachelor’s degree from Hubei Business College in 2013.

What type of business does DouYu (DOYU) operate?

DouYu is described as a leading game-centric live streaming platform in China, offering live streaming, video, graphic content, and virtual communities, with a primary focus on games and eSports-related entertainment.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 6-K

REPORT OF FOREIGN ISSUER

PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16 OF

THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the month of August 2026

Commission file number: 001-38967

DouYu International Holdings Limited

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

20/F, Building A, New Development International Center,

No. 473 Guanshan Avenue,

Hongshan District, Wuhan, Hubei Province

The People's Republic of China

(Address of Principal Executive Offices)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover Form 20-F or Form 40-F. Form 20-F  x          Form 40-F  ¨

EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit No.		Description
99.1		Press Release

Signature

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

			DOUYU INTERNATIONAL HOLDINGS LIMITED
Date:	August 7, 2026		By:	/s/ Simin Ren
				Name:	Simin Ren
				Title:	Chief Executive Officer, Director

Exhibit 99.1

DouYu International Holdings Limited Announces Changes in Management

WUHAN, China, August 7, 2026 /GLOBE NEWSWIRE/ -- DouYu International Holdings Limited ("DouYu" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: DOYU) today announced the appointment of Ms. Simin Ren, currently Co-Chief Executive Officer, as its sole Chief Executive Officer and Mr. Jie Gao as the Company's Vice President of Investment, each effective as of August 7, 2026. Mr. Jie Gao was also appointed as a director of the Company’s board of directors (the “Board”), effective as of August 6, 2026. Mr. Shaojie Chen has tendered his voluntary resignation from his positions as the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and a director of the Board for personal reasons, effective as of August 6, 2026, without any dispute or disagreement with the Company.

The Company also announced that Ms. Simin Ren will serve as the Chairperson of the Board, and as a member and the Chairperson of both the Compensation Committee and the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee of the Board. The Company continues to maintain normal business operations, and it does not expect the changes in management to have a material adverse effect on its business and results of operations.

Mr. Gao joined the Company in May 2014 as one of its first employees and has served as Investment Director since June 2018. Before that, Mr. Gao served as Assistant to the General Manager from May 2014 to October 2017, and as Investment Manager from October 2017 to June 2018. Mr. Gao received his bachelor’s degree from Hubei Business College in 2013.

About DouYu International Holdings Limited

Headquartered in Wuhan, China, DouYu International Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: DOYU) is a leading game-centric live streaming platform in China and a pioneer in the eSports value chain. DouYu operates its platform on both PC and mobile apps to bring users access to immersive and interactive games and entertainment live streaming, a wide array of video and graphic content, as well as opportunities to participate in community events and discussions. By nurturing a sustainable technology-based talent development system and relentlessly producing high-quality content, DouYu consistently delivers premium content through the integration of live streaming, video, graphics, and virtual communities with a primary focus on games. This enables DouYu to continuously enhance its user experience and pursue long-term healthy development. For more information, please see http://ir.douyu.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the Company's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties, and a number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: the Company’s results of operations and financial condition; the Company’s business strategies and plans; general market conditions, in particular, the game live streaming market; the ability of the Company to retain and grow active and paying users; changes in general economic and business conditions in China; any adverse changes in laws, regulations, rules, policies or guidelines applicable to the Company; and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by words or phrases such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “target,” “aim,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “potential,” “continue,” “is/are likely to” or other similar expressions. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties or factors is included in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and the Company does not undertake any duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law.

Investor Relations Contact

In China:

Chenyang Yan DouYu International Holdings Limited Email: ir@douyu.tv Tel: +86 (10) 6508-0677 Andrea Guo Piacente Financial Communications Email: douyu@tpg-ir.com Tel: +86 (10) 6508-0677

In the United States:

Brandi Piacente

Piacente Financial Communications

Email: douyu@tpg-ir.com

Tel: +1-212-481-2050    

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