S8UL Esports has officially entered the fighting games arena by signing two top-tier Tekken 8 talents. As a result, Arja Gamoori (Sephiblack) and Nino Schwarz (Nino) now join the organization's roster. Both players will represent S8UL at the upcoming Esports World Cup (EWC) 2025 in Riyadh. Moreover, they will compete in major international tournaments throughout the year.
This strategic expansion makes S8UL one of the first Indian esports organizations to invest in Tekken. Consequently, this move diversifies S8UL's esports portfolio. Additionally, it marks a new chapter for India's presence in the global fighting games community.
Player Profiles and Achievements
Sephiblack has played Tekken professionally since 2017. He is known for his mastery of the characters Miguel and Shaheen. Previously, he competed among 32 players at the inaugural Esports World Cup 2024 in Riyadh.
His notable achievements in Tekken 7 include:
- Victory at The Vidya Invitational
- First place at the Tekken Germany Championship 2022 Finals
- Runner-up at the European TEKKEN Cup 2022 Finals
Furthermore, Sephiblack represented Germany at Gamers8 2023 – Captains Circle. Under his leadership, the team secured a dominant 3-0 win over Saudi Arabia in the final.
Meanwhile, Nino strengthens the lineup as one of Europe's strongest Kuma character specialists. He recently won the European TEKKEN Cup 3 Finals, going unbeaten and defeating Great Britain's JoKA 3-0 in the final match. In fact, he is the only player to win Germany's Crossover Tekken tournaments in both 2022 and 2023. Additionally, he secured first place at the Fighting Games Challenge 2024 in Poland.
Player Statements
Arja 'Sephiblack' Gamoori expressed enthusiasm about joining S8UL: "Joining S8UL is more than just a new chapter, it's the beginning of a shared journey towards excellence. Together, we aim to push boundaries, inspire the next generation, and leave a lasting impact on the global Tekken community."
Similarly, Nino 'Nino' Schwarz shared his excitement: "S8UL stands for more than just results, they stand for ambition, culture, and a vision that goes beyond the game. With the Esports World Cup on the horizon, I can't wait to don the S8UL jersey and represent everything this partnership stands for."
S8UL's Growing International Presence
The signing of these two internationally acclaimed Tekken 8 athletes represents a significant milestone for Indian esports. Above all, it demonstrates S8UL's commitment to competing on the global stage.
Animesh Agarwal, also known as 8Bit Thug and Co-founder and CEO of S8UL, emphasized the importance of this move: "For us at S8UL, this isn't just about signing top players, it's about making a statement for Indian esports. Fighting games like Tekken have a legacy of discipline and individual brilliance, and we're proud to now be part of that tradition."
S8UL's Complete EWC 2025 Lineup
With this announcement, S8UL has now revealed rosters across six different titles for the Esports World Cup 2025:
- Apex Legends: Rick Wirth (Sharky), Benjamin Spaseski (Jesko), and Tom Canty (Legacy)
- Call of Duty: Warzone: Colin Bowers-Wilson (Trikempathy), Braxton Trice (Braxtvn), and Ryder Skarzinski (Ryda)
- Chess: Nihal Sarin and Aravindh Chithambaram
- EA SPORTS FC: Jonas Wirth (Jonny) and Aaron Rivera (Happy)
- Starcraft II: Pyung Jae Koh (GuMiho)
- Tekken 8: Arja Gamoori (Sephiblack) and Nino Schwarz (Nino)
After this expansion, S8UL will announce additional rosters for other titles soon. Therefore, S8UL continues to diversify across platforms, formats, and audiences. As the only Indian organization competing in such a wide range of games, S8UL is ultimately redefining the boundaries of Indian esports on the global stage.
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