S8UL Unveils Roster For Esports World Cup 2025

S8UL Esports has revealed its complete roster for the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2025, which will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The competition will run from July 7 to August 24 and features a prize pool of $70 million (around INR 598 crore). S8UL's participation spans eight different titles, showcasing their diverse talent.

The organisation's entry into Fatal Fury was marked by signing Marcoantonio Malpica, known as Yurikov. This addition complements their existing teams in Apex Legends, Call of Duty: Warzone, Chess, EAFC25, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, Starcraft II, and Tekken 8. Each title has a dedicated lineup of skilled players ready to compete.

In Apex Legends, the team consists of Rick Wirth (Sharky), Benjamin Spaseski (Jesko), and Tom Canty (Legacy). For Call of Duty: Warzone, Colin Bowers-Wilson (Trikempathy), Braxton Trice (Braxtvn), and Ryder Skarzinski (Ryda) will represent S8UL. Chess enthusiasts Nihal Sarin and Aravindh Chithambaram are also part of the lineup.

Jonas Wirth (Jonny) and Aaron Rivera (Happy) will compete in EAFC25. The Fatal Fury team is led by Marcoantonio Malpica (Yurikov). In Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, the roster includes Michael Cosgun (MobaZane), Ian Hohl (FwydChickn), Jang Seong-hun (Hoon), Ziameth-Jei Caluya (ZIA), Vo Trung (Shark), and Carlos Ortega Vega (Bestplayer1).

Pyung Jae Koh, known as GuMiho, represents S8UL in Starcraft II. The Tekken 8 team features Arja Gamoori (Sephiblack) and Nino Schwarz (Nino). With these lineups, S8UL aims to make a significant impact at EWC 2025. As the only Indian organisation participating at this level, they hope to elevate Indian esports on a global stage.

Animesh Agarwal, Co-founder and CEO of S8UL, stated: "Esports is evolving rapidly, and staying ahead means not just following trends but setting them. At S8UL, we've always believed in backing talent that can lead across eras, not just tournaments." His words reflect the organisation's commitment to nurturing exceptional talent.

Record-Breaking Event

The EWC 2025 is set to be the largest esports tournament globally with 24 competitive titles. It will bring together top-tier players from around the world. This event offers an unprecedented platform for showcasing skills and strategies across various games. The substantial prize pool further underscores its significance in the esports community.

S8UL's journey towards EWC 2025 marks a pivotal moment for Indian esports. Their participation highlights India's growing presence in international gaming competitions. As they prepare for this prestigious event, S8UL aims to inspire future generations of gamers while representing India on one of the biggest stages in esports history.