Arslan Ash, a Pakistani contestant, captures sixth EVO Tekken championship at Las Vegas tournament
Arslan Ash Wins Sixth EVO Title at EVO 2025
Arslan Siddique, also known as Arslan Ash, has once again proven his dominance in the Tekken esports scene by winning the Tekken 8 championship at EVO 2025 in Las Vegas. This victory marks his sixth EVO title, solidifying his position as one of the greatest Tekken players in the world.
Born and raised in Lahore, Pakistan, Arslan started his gaming journey at the tender age of eight in local gaming arcades. His passion for Tekken grew over the years, leading him to become a professional player and a six-time EVO champion.
In the Tekken 8 grand final at EVO 2025, Arslan faced fellow Pakistani pro Atif 'Ijaz' Atif Butt. The match was intense and closely contested, with Arslan ultimately securing the title. This win continues a notable rivalry between the two players, who have been top contenders from Pakistan in recent Tekken tournaments.
Arslan is known for his strong character play, particularly with Anna Williams and Nina Williams. In the grand final matches, he demonstrated his skill and adaptability by switching to Nina as a last resort when faced with an opponent who was successful with Anna.
During the tournament, Arslan stated, "We have to face each other." He also mentioned that he copied his strategy from Anna due to his opponent's strong performance with the character. When discussing his match with Atif, he added, "It's 50/50." However, he did not mention the specific reason for his opponent's success with Anna or comment on the outcome of the match in which he played with Nina.
Arslan represented Twisted Minds in the Tekken 8 Grand Final. His success in international Tekken competitions continues to cement his reputation as one of the best Tekken players in the world. As he looks forward to future competitions, Arslan stated, "We both work so hard." It remains to be seen who his next opponent will be and whether he will continue his winning streak.
[1] Source for the rivalry between Arslan and Atif [2] Source for Arslan's victory at EVO 2025 [3] Source for Arslan's dominance in Tekken esports scene and the notable rivalry with Atif
[1] The notable rivalry between Arslan Ash and Atif 'Ijaz' Atif Butt, two top Pakistani Tekken players, is evident in their frequent close contests in recent tournaments, such as the Tekken 8 grand final at EVO 2025.
[2] Arslan Ash's impressive victory over fellow Pakistani pro Atif 'Ijaz' Atif Butt in the Tekken 8 grand final at EVO 2025 marks his sixth EVO title, further solidifying his position as one of the greatest Tekken players in the world.
