Week 6 of the Esports World Cup 2025 delivered high drama, surprise upsets, and memorable champions across Teamfight Tactics, TEKKEN 8, PUBG: Battlegrounds, Rocket League, and Street Fighter 6.
The Esports World Cup 2025 (EWC 25) reached a fever pitch in Week 6, as some of the world’s most popular games wrapped up their final stages in Riyadh. From China’s continued TFT dominance to South Korea’s TEKKEN 8 mastery, this week had it all—underdog stories, rising stars, and a frantic Club Championship standings race.
Teamfight Tactics: Weibo Gaming Reigns Again
TFT at EWC 25 saw a repeat of Chinese dominance, as Weibo Gaming claimed the title for the second consecutive year. Their near-perfect run—just two losses in the entire tournament—was powered by exceptional teamwork and a world-class roster. The team was led by Yin “Saopimi” Shengji, who was named Sony MVP.
The big surprise was the North American contingent stumbling hard. T1 (NA) eliminated Europe’s Team Vitality and Citadel Gaming (NA), only to fall to Virtus.pro in the knockout rounds—proving that the new 4v4 format rewards coordination, not solo stars.
TEKKEN 8: Ulsan Makes EWC History
TEKKEN 8 at EWC 25 was a showcase of South Korean supremacy. Defending champion Lim “Ulsan” Soo-hoon made history as only the second player ever to win back-to-back EWC titles.
After dropping just one set all week (to Kim “Kkokkoma” Mu-jong), Ulsan battled through the losers’ bracket, defeating EVO 2025 champion Arslan “Arslan Ash” Siddique and countryman “LowHigh” in a stunning final to claim the $550,000 top prize.
Pakistan’s hopes were dashed early, as JeonDing and Mulgold despatched Arslan Ash and Atif Ijaz—leaving Korea and Japan as the last regions standing. Ulsan’s victory was the culmination of another golden EWC showing for South Korean esports.
PUBG: Battlegrounds – Twisted Minds Double Their Gold
Twisted Minds continued their 2025 hot streak, adding a PUBG: Battlegrounds gold medal to their Call of Duty: Warzone victory from Week 5.
Their two first-place finishes in Riyadh netted them 2,000 Club Championship points, keeping them firmly in contention for the top Club Championship prize. Meanwhile, ROC Esports emerged as the breakout underdog, with Gabriel “sxntastico” Silva especially impressive—his 18 kills and 25 knockdowns earned him the SONY MVP award for PUBG.
Rocket League: Karmine Corp’s French Flair
Rocket League saw Karmine Corp of France sweep aside the competition, dropping just one game in a 4-1 finals win over Geeky Esports. Their only real test came from NRG in a tense group stage, but Karmine Corp powered through for a $400,000 payday and a new position in the Club Championship’s upper tier.
Street Fighter 6: Riddles Carries Canada’s Hopes
The Last Chance Qualifier for Street Fighter 6 saw Michael “Riddles” Kim—formerly known as a Smash Bros. standout—battle through a brutal field of 64 to finish 8th and secure Canada’s only spot in the main EWC bracket.
His progress is proof that even in the world’s most stacked fighting game, new challengers can break through.
Club and Player of the Week
Club of the Week:
DN Freecs took the spotlight as Club of the Week, thanks to their strong performances in both TEKKEN 8 and PUBG: Battlegrounds. Though their points haul is unlikely to move them up the overall leaderboard, they cemented their reputation as one of Korea’s top multi-game powerhouses.
Player of the Week:
Lim “Ulsan” Soo-hoon is the Player of the Week for his back-to-back EWC wins—joining a tiny club of repeat champions in a notoriously tough event. His composure under pressure, adaptability, and ability to bounce back from defeat make him one of the tournament’s standout stories.
EWC 2025 Club Championship Races Heat Up
As EWC 25 enters its final week, the Club Championship is more competitive than ever. Twisted Minds and Karmine Corp have surged in the standings, while Weibo Gaming and Ulsan’s TEKKEN 8 squad have delivered standout individual performances. With millions on the line and just days left, expect the drama to escalate.
Overall, EWC 2025 Week 6 was a showcase of teamwork, talent, and nonstop action. From Weibo Gaming’s TFT masterclass to Ulsan’s historic TEKKEN 8 run, Twisted Minds’ PUBG double, and Karmine Corp’s Rocket League dominance, this week had something for every esports fan.
As the final week of EWC 2025 begins, all eyes are on Riyadh—who will claim the biggest Club Championship prize in esports history?