Arslan Ash, the legendary Tekken 7 champion, has cemented his legacy as one of the greatest fighting game players of all time with another dominant victory in the recent Tekken World Tour Finals 2023. Ash is widely considered the favorite for the upcoming EVO 2024 tournament.
In the exciting finale of the Tekken World Tour 2023 Global Finals held in New Orleans, U.S.A., Arslan Ash maintained his status as the champion in Tekken 7. The tournament featured top players, including South Korea’s CBM and ULSAN, who secured the second and third positions.
Arslan Ash showcased his versatility by playing five different characters during the competition: Kunimitsu, Zafina, Nina, Noctis, and Katarina. The grand finals saw an intense face-off between Arslan Ash and CBM, with Ash surprising everyone by using Katarina against CBM’s Noctis. The match ended 3-1 in Arslan’s favor, with closely contested rounds.
Arsalan celebrated his victory by offering a “Sajadah” to thank the Almighty for his success.
As the winner, Arslan Ash claimed a grand prize of $50,000, while CBM and ULSAN received $13,000 and $6,000, respectively. Other top performers included LowHigh and Rangachu, earning $4,000 and $3,000. Unfortunately, Atif Butt finished 11th and cited health and personal issues for not making it to the top 10, but still walked away with $2,000.
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This triumph adds to Ash’s impressive track record, making him a four-time EVO champion, clinching the title in both 2019 and 2023. He also holds the prestigious Tekken World Tour Champion title, establishing himself as the undisputed Tekken 7 king.
Notably, the Tekken World Tour 2023 marks the final major tournament for Tekken 7, as Tekken 8 is scheduled for release on January 26, 2024. Despite the transition, Arslan Ash is already making waves in Tekken 8 with notable victories.
His victory marks the first time a player has won the Tekken World Tour Finals back-to-back. Ash is considered the favorite to win the upcoming EVO 2024 tournament.
The fighting game community has celebrated Ash’s victory, praising his exceptional skill and dedication. His relentless pursuit of excellence has inspired players worldwide.