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4 days ago
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S8UL Esports crowned champions of Legends Ascend South Asia 2025
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 15 (ANI): Riot Games has officially concluded the inaugural Legends Ascend South Asia, with S8UL Esports emerging victorious after four months of intense competition. The win secures them the coveted spot at the League of Legends Championship Pacific (LCP) Wild Card Playoffs, set to take place between August 28 to August 31, where they will face top teams from across the region for a chance at LCP 2026 Ascend South Asia, announced in April 2025, set out to provide a structured, competitive platform for the region's League of Legends talent. With a total prize pool of Rs 10,00,000, the tournament brought together 95 teams from India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Maldives and Bhutan, competing across three open qualifiers, a round robin league stage, and double-elimination tournament kicked off with three open-registration qualifiers held from April to May, producing nine standout teams: S8UL Esports, Kakao Gaming, PnX ASCENSION, Revenants, SUVO HATERS, Jetfire's Dojo, Syndicate, Poro Patrol, and Report Precog Gaming. These teams advanced to the Round Robin Stage in June and July, where S8UL Esports, Kakao Gaming, Revenants, and Syndicate emerged as the top four to enter the Double Elimination Playoffs in July and August delivered high-stakes best-of-three and best-of-five clashes, with S8UL Esports displaying consistency, adaptability, and fearless drafting en route to the championship title. The final standings were:S8UL Esports – Champions (Advance to LCP Wild Card Playoffs) Kakao Gaming RevenantsSpanning over 29 broadcast days, Legends Ascend South Asia generated more than 1.3 lakh YouTube views and attained a reach of over 7 lakh through the Aftermath Ventures' FragNation channel. The event also saw 12 community watch parties across the region, amassing an additional 1.25 lakh views from grassroots fan on the conclusion of the tournament, Arun Rajappa, Country Manager, India & South Asia, Riot Games, said: 'Legends Ascend was about discovery, growth, and empowering the South Asian League esports landscape by providing them with a structured pathway to compete alongside global talents. Seeing S8UL lift the trophy after such a grueling journey is a testament to the depth of talent here, and we couldn't be more excited for them as they head to the LCP Wild Card Playoffs."Mansoor 'Nabu' Ahmed, Founder and CEO, Aftermath Ventures, added: 'From the first qualifier to the final game, Legends Ascend showcased what South Asia's League of Legends community is capable of. The passion from players, fans, and watch-party hosts has been incredible. Congratulations to S8UL Esports for not just winning, but setting an example for the next generation of players in the region."As S8UL Esports prepares to represent South Asia at the LCP Wild Card Playoffs, the success of Legends Ascend South Asia underscores Riot Games' long-term vision of building sustainable competitive pathways for amateur players in the can relive all the action from Legends Ascend South Asia on the FragNation YouTube channel, and follow Riot Games India & South Asia for updates on the region's next big competitive milestones. (ANI)
News18
5 days ago
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India's S8UL Clinch Legends Ascend South Asia Title To Secue LCP Wild Card Playoffs Berth
Last Updated: S8UL cliched the inaugural Legends Ascend South Asia tournament, which featured 95 teams from across the region, to earn a place at the LCP Wild Card Playoffs. India's S8UL Esports has secured a spot at the League of Legends Championship Pacific (LCP) Wild Card Playoffs after winning the inaugural Legends Ascend South Asia tournament, which featured 95 teams from across the region. The S8UL Esports team from India clinched the Legends Ascend South Asia title, earning a place at the LCP Wild Card Playoffs. The regional competition, spanning four months, included teams from India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Maldives, and Bhutan vying for a share of the INR 10,00,000 prize pool and a chance to advance to the LCP 2026. Organised by Riot Games in collaboration with Aftermath Ventures, the tournament began with three open qualifiers in April and May, followed by a round-robin league in June and July, and culminated in high-stakes double-elimination playoffs in August. The final stage featured the top teams from the qualifiers, with the champions remaining undefeated throughout the event. Notably, three of their players had represented India at the Asian Games 2022 in Hangzhou, where esports made its debut as a medal event. The tournament garnered over 1.3 lakh YouTube views and reached more than 7 lakh viewers through Aftermath Ventures' FragNation channel. Additionally, twelve community watch parties across the region added another 1.25 lakh views. Mansoor 'Nabu' Ahmed, founder and CEO of Aftermath Ventures, praised the competition for highlighting South Asia's esports potential and commended the champions for setting an example for the next generation of players in the region. The LCP Wild Card Playoffs will take place from August 28 to 31, where India will compete against top teams from the Pacific region for a spot in the next year's championship. view comments First Published: August 14, 2025, 13:09 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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08-08-2025
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S8ULs Jonny storms into EAFC playoffs at Esports World Cup 2025
Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], August 8 (ANI): After a thrilling run in Group E, Jonas Wirth (Jonny), representing S8UL Esports, a global powerhouse in esports and gaming content, has qualified for the playoffs of the FC Pro 25 World Championship at the ongoing Esports World Cup (EWC) 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi a hard-fought Upper Bracket Semi-final, the seasoned EAFC pro from Germany defeated Italy's Samuele Prestigiacomo (Samugamer_07) with a 4-3 scoreline. He then overcame Argentina's Facundo Cowen (Cowen) by the same score in the Upper Bracket Final to secure his place in the Round of FC Pro 25 World Championship at EWC 2025 features 32 of the world's best competing for a massive Rs 12.5 crore prize pool. All playoff matches will be played in a single elimination format, with Jonny set to take the stage for his Round of 16 match on Friday.'It feels amazing to qualify for the playoffs," said Jonas Wirth aka Jonny. 'Every match challenged me, but I stayed calm and played my game. I'm proud to represent S8UL and excited to give it my best in the Round of 16."Jonny earned his place at EWC 2025 by finishing in the top four of the Virtual Bundesliga 2024-25, where he won three of his four group stage matches before narrowly missing out in the semifinals. As one of the fiercest competitors in the scene, he won both the Virtual Bundesliga and the eChampions League last year, and is now carrying S8UL's colours onto the world playoff qualification adds another feather to S8UL's impressive campaign at EWC 2025. Earlier, the organisation's Apex Legends team reached the Grand Finals, while Chess Grandmaster Nihal Sarin secured a top-8 finish after qualifying through the Last Chance Qualifiers. Meanwhile, S8UL's Tekken 8 athletes, Arja Gamoori (Sephiblack) and Nino Schwarz (Nino), are preparing to fight for their spots via the Last Chance the first and only Indian team selected for the Esports World Cup Foundation's prestigious Club Partner Program, S8UL continues to make Indian esports proud by competing at the highest levels of global competition. The organisation's multi-title representation and strong performances underscore its commitment to establishing India as a powerhouse in the world of competitive gaming. (ANI)
News18
08-08-2025
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S8UL's Jonny Bags Spot in EAFC Playoffs at Esports World Cup 2025
Last Updated: Jonas Wirth (Jonny) of S8UL Esports has bagged a playoff spot in the FC Pro 25 World Championship at EWC 2025 in Riyadh. After an exciting campaign in Group E, Jonas Wirth (Jonny), representing S8UL Esports, a global force in esports and gaming content, has bagged a spot in the playoffs of the FC Pro 25 World Championship at the ongoing Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In a hard-fought Upper Bracket Semi-final, the seasoned EAFC pro from Germany defeated Italy's Samuele Prestigiacomo (Samugamer_07) with a 4-3 scoreline. He then overcame Argentina's Facundo Cowen (Cowen) by the same score in the Upper Bracket Final to secure his place in the Round of 16. The FC Pro 25 World Championship at EWC 2025 features 32 of the world's best competing for a massive $1.5 million (INR 12.5 crore) prize pool. All playoff matches will be played in a single-elimination format, with Jonny all set to take the stage for his Round of 16 match on Friday, August 8. 'It feels amazing to qualify for the playoffs," said Jonas Wirth, aka Jonny. 'Every match challenged me, but I stayed calm and played my game. I'm proud to represent S8UL and excited to give it my best in the Round of 16." –25, where he won three of his four group stage games before missing out in the semifinals. As one of the fiercest competitors in the scene, Jonny won both the Virtual Bundesliga and the eChampions League last year, and is now carrying S8UL's colours onto the world stage. Jonny's playoff qualification adds another feather to S8UL's impressive campaign at EWC 2025. Earlier, the organisation's Apex Legends team reached the Grand Finals, while Chess Grandmaster Nihal Sarin secured a top-8 finish after qualifying through the Last Chance Qualifiers. Meanwhile, S8UL's Tekken 8 athletes, Arja Gamoori (Sephiblack) and Nino Schwarz (Nino), are preparing to fight for their spots via the Last Chance Qualifiers. As the first and only Indian team selected for the Esports World Cup Foundation's prestigious Club Partner Program, S8UL continues to make Indian esports proud by competing at the highest levels of global competition. The organisation's strong performances across several titles highlight its dedication to positioning India as a global force in competitive gaming. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Mint
01-08-2025
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Chess grandmaster at 14: Who is Nihal Sarin, the 21-year-old who refused to draw with Magnus Carlsen?
Indian Grandmaster Nihal Sarin has reached the Chess playoffs at the Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh. After losing 0–2 to Arjun Erigaisi on Day 1, he bounced back with a 2–0 win over Anish Giri. Sarin, who represents S8UL Esports, then defeated Maxime Vachier-Lagrave 1.5–0.5 to qualify from Group B. At EWC 2025, Nihal then faced five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen in the quarter-finals on July 31. The match drew attention for its tension and high-level play. In the first rapid game, Nihal managed a draw despite having only 20 seconds left. However, Carlsen later won the match 2.5–0.5 by taking the next games. One key moment came when Carlsen offered a draw in the second game, but Nihal refused. Carlsen smiled during the moment. Magnus later won that game. Though Nihal didn't reach the semifinals, his fearless performance impressed fans and experts. Nihal Sarin is one of India's top young chess players. He was born on July 13, 2004, in Thrissur, Kerala. He became a grandmaster at the age of 14 in 2018. Nihal is known for playing very fast while staying calm, even under time pressure. He is especially good in rapid and blitz chess formats. Nihal Sarin won the U-10 World Blitz Championship in 2013 and the U-10 World Youth Championship in 2014. In 2020, he became the U-18 World Youth Champion and won gold for India in the online FIDE Chess Olympiad. Sarin also won Junior Speed Chess Championship in 2020 and 2021. In 2022, he reached the final of the Global Championship, beating top players like Kramnik, Ding Liren and Anish Giri. Only Wesley So could stop him. He earned $100,000 as runner-up. That year, he also won the Tata Steel India Rapid and got a bronze medal at the FIDE Olympiad. In 2023, his FIDE rating reached 2692, placing him 44th in the world.
