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The dust has settled in Riyadh and the Last Chance Qualifier (LCQ) for TEKKEN 8 at the Esports World Cup 2025 has wrapped. Four fighters have battled their way through a brutal three-day gauntlet to claim the final tickets to the main event, and now, the full 32-player roster is locked in.

From August 13–16, these top-tier competitors will step onto one of the biggest stages in fighting game history, chasing their share of a whopping $1 million prize pool. For fans, it’s shaping up to be four days of pure, high-octane Tekken action.

LCQ: Four Fighters Survive the Riyadh Brawl

The LCQ saw 415 hopefuls enter, but only four could make it through. After nail-biting matches and some serious upsets, the final spots went to:

  • Numan Ch
  • qudans
  • kkokkoma
  • Qasim Meer

These four now join the elite roster of players who qualified through earlier events like EVO Japan, Combo Breaker, CEO, and The MIXUP.

The Full TEKKEN 8 EWC 2025 Roster

Here’s everyone stepping into the ring:

Tekken 8 EWC 25 Participating Players

Participating Players | Image via esportsworldcup.com

Format and Stakes

The tournament kicks off with two group stages, whittling the field down from 32 to just eight. From there, it’s straight into the high-pressure single-elimination bracket where one mistake could mean a ticket home.

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Tournament Format | Image Credit: Esports World Cup

With $1 million up for grabs, every match is going to feel like a grand final. Last year, Ulsan walked away with the trophy and $350,000 in prize money. This year, the field looks even tougher, and no one’s safe.

Where to Watch

Fans can catch every moment of the TEKKEN 8 action live from Riyadh on the official Esports World Cup channels:

The countdown is on. Whether you’re a long-time Tekken head or a casual fighting game fan, TEKKEN 8 at EWC 2025 is going to be one for the history books.