Seventh title, “seven days in a week”, Arslan Ash bags another EVO trophy

LAS VEGAS: Pakistan’s esports icon Arslan Ash has once again made history, claiming his seventh Evolution Championship Series (EVO) title with a commanding performance at EVO 2025, further solidifying his legacy as the undisputed king of Tekken.

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Arslan Ash shared his winning moments, with a note remembering those who stood by him through his victorious journey. He wrote, “I may be the one holding the trophy, but this win belongs to everyone who believed. 7th EVO title. Alhamdulillah.”

In a high-stakes Grand Final in Las Vegas, Arslan faced off against South Korean Jeon “Jeondding” Sang-hyun. The matchup was a dream scenario for fans, pitting two of the world’s finest players — both products of thriving Tekken scene against each other.

Arslan, having made his way through the upper bracket with surgical precision, overcame a tough challenge to take the TEKKEN 8 Champion Grand Final.

Arslan Ash stood tall at the top, adding a historic seventh EVO title to his name, while South Korea’s JeonDDing secured a hard-fought second place with his trademark flair. Ireland’s Fergus rounded out the podium with an impressive third-place finish, marking a career highlight. The rest of the Top 8 featured a stacked roster: KingReyJr and Kaneandtrench brought strong showings from the US and UK, while Korean veterans LowHigh and qudans proved they’re still elite contenders. Newcomer Sin also made waves, earning a spot among the best in one of the most competitive EVO events to date.

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The Grand Final wasn’t just a contest between two elite players; it was a statement about Pakistan’s enduring dominance in the Tekken world. Over the past few years, Arslan has not only brought home titles but have shifted the global esports spotlight toward Pakistan’s ever-growing fighting game community.

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Once the nerves settled, Ash took to his X, formerly Twitter, account and posted a cheeky yet telling tweet: “Someone remind me… how many days make a week?” – a playful nod to his seventh EVO title, equating his championships to the days of the week. The tweet quickly went viral in the esports community, with fans and fellow pros alike celebrating the symbolic milestone.

It wasn’t just humor, it was confidence, legacy, and a subtle reminder that Arslan’s reign isn’t over yet. Seven titles, seven days. And Arslan Ash owns them all.