Pakistan’s Tekken sensation Arslan Ash has once again proven his dominance in the world of competitive gaming. Arslan secured his sixth Evolution Championship Series (EVO) title with an impressive performance at EVO 2025, held in Las Vegas.
Representing Twisted Minds, he triumphed in a thrilling all-Pakistan Grand Final against fellow Tekken star, Atif Butt, to claim the Tekken 8 crown.
The victory saw Arslan pocket $12,000 in prize money and 800 global tour points. In a highly anticipated final, both players showcased their exceptional skills, with Arslan making his way through the upper bracket, while Atif fought through the lower bracket.
Atif took the first set in the Grand Final, but Arslan’s composure and precise spacing led him to a 3-1 victory in the reset, ultimately securing the title.
This triumph further solidifies Arslan Ash’s legacy as one of the greatest fighting game players of all time. With six EVO titles under his belt, spanning both Tekken 7 and Tekken 8, he continues to dominate the global competitive scene.
His win at EVO 2025 also marks a significant achievement for Pakistan, placing the country firmly on the esports map.
In the final standings, Arslan’s performance helped shift the global balance of power in Tekken. Atif Butt finished as the runner-up, earning $6,000 and 560 points.
Japan’s Chikurin secured third place with $4,500, while South Korea’s Mulgold took fourth place, earning $3,000. South Korean players LowHigh, Meo-IL, and JDCR, along with Japan’s NOBI, rounded out the top eight.
| Place | Player | Country | Character | Prize | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Arslan Ash | Pakistan | Anna, Nina | $12,000 | 800 |
| 2nd | Atif | Pakistan | Anna | $6,000 | 560 |
| 3rd | Chikurin | Japan | Clive | $4,500 | 400 |
| 4th | Mulgold | South Korea | Claudio | $3,000 | 300 |
| 5th | LowHigh | South Korea | Bryan | $1,800 | 220 |
| 5th | NOBI | Japan | Lars | $1,800 | 220 |
| 7th | Meo-IL | South Korea | Jack-8 | $450 | 180 |
| 7th | JDCR | South Korea | Dragunov | $450 | 180 |
This victory further enhances Arslan Ash’s global stature and serves as another milestone in his remarkable career. His continued success in international tournaments highlights his skill, determination, and the growing prominence of Pakistani players in the esports world.
Arslan Ash’s triumph is not the only victory for Pakistan in esports. Over the weekend, the PUBG Mobile team 4Thrives Esports also made waves, finishing seventh at the Esports World Cup.
This accomplishment showcases Pakistan’s rapid rise in the global esports scene, with more players and teams from the country making a significant impact.
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