Indian esports giants defeat S8UL 3-1 in a thrilling grand finale, setting new benchmarks for South Asian VALORANT viewership
New Delhi, July 15, 2025: Velocity Gaming has officially booked its slot for VCT Ascension Pacific 2025 after a dominant 3-1 victory over S8UL in the Grand Finale of OMEN VCSA 2025 Ascension Qualifiers LAN, held at Ardee Mall, Gurugram. With this triumph, Velocity Gaming takes home ₹24.3 lakhs in prize money, while runner-up S8UL secures ₹12.15 lakhs. The team will now represent India and South Asia on the international VALORANT stage in Bangkok this October.
“We’ve been practicing relentlessly to achieve this milestone. It’s a special one for us, but it’s just the beginning. Now it’s time to represent South Asia at VCT Ascension Pacific and make our region proud!” said Adarsh Singh, Organization Manager, Velocity Gaming.
Road to the Finals
S8UL earned their spot in the grand finale after defeating DOT EXE Esports 3-1 in the Lower Bracket Final, but Velocity Gaming’s undefeated upper bracket run and clutch plays sealed the series in four intense maps.
Creators Bring Extra Fun to Fans
Day 2 of the LAN also featured a creator showmatch with popular gaming influencers like Sikhwarrior, Mackletv, Chhabra Saab, and Pooja Bisht, offering fans an entertaining break between competitive matches.
A Landmark for South Asian VALORANT
“Big congratulations to Velocity Gaming for an outstanding performance. With OMEN VCSA, NODWIN Gaming and Riot Games are building a sustainable VALORANT esports ecosystem in South Asia. The passion of the fans and support from our partners have made this milestone possible. We can’t wait to see Velocity Gaming represent the region globally,” said Akshat Rathee, Co-Founder & MD, NODWIN Gaming.
Sukamal Pegu, Esports Lead, South Asia, Riot Games, added: “This tournament shows how far the VALORANT community in South Asia has grown. The fans, the teams, and the competition are all ready for the global stage. We’re proud of every team and look forward to Velocity Gaming carrying this momentum into Ascension.”
Record-Breaking Viewership
The OMEN VCSA 2025 Ascension Qualifiers smashed records with 12 million total views and over **50,