Pakistan Wins Tekken 8 Soop Nations Cup in a Thrilling Showdown
- Abeera Marium Siddiqui
- March 19, 2025
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Pakistan wins Tekken 8 Soop Nations Cup after an intense battle against South Korea, proving its dominance in the world of competitive Tekken
Pakistan wins Tekken 8 Soop Nations Cup after a hard-fought battle against South Korea. The tournament, held in Seoul, showcased Pakistan’s dominance in the competitive Tekken scene. Despite a rough start, Team Pakistan made a stunning comeback to claim the championship.
A Tough Start, A Historic Comeback
Pakistan struggled on the first day, losing all three matches. But they didn’t give up. On the second and third days, they turned the tables. With skill and determination, they outplayed South Korea and secured a historic win.
Fans were on the edge of their seats as Pakistan’s top players, including Arslan Ash, Hafiz Tanveer, and TheJon, delivered incredible performances.
Pakistan vs. South Korea – The Battle for the Championship
The first match, called “Waseda,” gave Pakistan an early lead. Hafiz Tanveer (Claudio) dominated Knee (Bryan) with a 3-1 victory. Numan (Steve) crushed Ulsan (Dragunov) 3-0. Though South Korea fought back, Arslan Ash (Nina) defeated Rangchu (Kuma), keeping Pakistan ahead.
Farzeen (Victor) continued the winning streak, beating Mulgold (Claudio). Usama Abbasi (Jun) overpowered JeonDDing (Eddy, Clive). Pakistan kept its momentum as Hafiz Tanveer shut down CBM (Jin) 3-0. Numan sealed the deal with a commanding 3-0 win over Chanel (Zafina, Alisa), securing a 7-3 victory.
The second match, known as “Unleashed,” was even more intense. Hafiz Tanveer (Claudio) defeated Mulgold (Feng) and JeonDDing (Eddy). TheJon (King) stepped up, crushing CBM (Jin) and Rangchu (Kuma) without dropping a set.
South Korea tried to make a comeback. LowHigh (Bryan) defeated Arslan Ash (Nina) and Atif (Dragunov). Mulgold (Claudio) also secured wins against Farzeen (Victor) and Usama Abbasi (Jun). But Pakistan stayed strong. TheJon delivered a crucial 2-1 win over Knee (Bryan), keeping Pakistan in control.
Pakistan Seals the Victory
Under tournament rules, eliminated Korean players had one last chance to revive their team. But Pakistan didn’t let up. TheJon (King) crushed Ulsan (Dragunov) 2-0, and Farzeen (Victor) defeated LowHigh (Bryan). Atif (Dragunov) ended the contest by eliminating Mulgold (Claudio) and Rangchu (Kuma), securing a 13-9 victory for Pakistan.
Pakistan’s Esports Scene is Growing
Pakistan’s win in Tekken 8 Soop Nations Cup is more than just a trophy. It proves the country’s strength in esports. The gaming scene in Pakistan is expanding, with support from scholarships, university events, and training programs.
Officials are looking at Saudi Arabia’s esports model to develop similar infrastructure. With this historic win, Pakistan has shown that it is ready to compete at the highest level in esports.