Velocity Gaming has firmly established itself as South Asia’s leading VALORANT team by winning the OMEN VCSA 2025 Ascension Qualifiers LAN. Held at Ardee Mall in Gurugram, the event culminated in a dominant 3-1 victory over S8UL, securing Velocity not only ₹24.3 lakh in prize money but also the sole slot from South Asia at the upcoming VCT Ascension Pacific 2025 in Bangkok.
A Dominant Path to Victory
Velocity Gaming delivered a flawless run through the tournament, maintaining their upper bracket lead without dropping a series. Their disciplined play and sharp individual performances consistently kept them ahead of the competition. S8UL, meanwhile, showed great resilience by battling back through the lower bracket, defeating DOT EXE Esports 3-1 to set up an eagerly awaited grand final.
However, Velocity proved too strong on the day. Clinching the series 3-1, they demonstrated superior strategy and teamwork. Speaking after the win, Adarsh Singh, Velocity’s organization manager, said, “This is special for us, we’ve been grinding for this. But it’s just the first step. Now it’s about making South Asia proud at VCT Ascension.”
A Festival of Fans and Creators
Beyond the intense competition, the OMEN VCSA 2025 Ascension Qualifiers LAN was a celebration of the local esports community. Fans flocked to the venue over three days, enjoying not just top-tier VALORANT action but also engaging content creator showmatches. Well-known personalities like Sikhwarrior, Mackletv, Chhabra Saab, and Pooja Bisht took part, adding entertainment and drawing diverse audiences into the excitement.
On to the International Stage
With this victory, Velocity Gaming will represent South Asia at the VCT Ascension Pacific 2025 in Bangkok, set to take place from October 13 to 26. There, they will face off against nine of the best teams from across Asia-Pacific, all fighting for a spot in the VCT Pacific League 2026.
NODWIN Gaming’s Co-Founder and Managing Director Akshat Rathee highlighted the significance of this moment: “This event is proof of the incredible talent and passionate fans we have here. We’re thrilled to help build South Asia’s place on the global esports stage.” Riot Games’ South Asia Esports Lead, Sukamal Pegu, added, “The energy and competition we witnessed show that South Asia is ready for the world stage.”
With momentum on their side and the hopes of a region behind them, Velocity Gaming now prepares for their biggest challenge yet, aiming to put South Asian VALORANT firmly on the international map