SCARZ claims Japan spot for Esports World Cup

SCARZ claims Japan spot for Esports World Cup

Kaustavmani Choudhury

8 Jun, 2024, 15:35

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Last updated: 9 Apr, 2025, 20:48

In a dominant performance, SCARZ emerged victorious in the closed qualifiers in Japan, securing the sole spot available from their region for the Esports World Cup.

The closed qualifiers featured eight teams that had earned their places through rigorous open qualifiers:

The competition followed a single-elimination bracket format, with each match being a best-of-three series.

The Closed Qualifiers

SCARZ demonstrated their dominance from the outset, sweeping through the quarterfinals and semifinals without dropping a single map. In the quarterfinals, SCARZ dismantled DOPENESS with a resounding 2-0 victory, winning both maps 7-1. Their momentum continued in the semifinals against IGZIST, where they secured another dominant 2-0 win, making their way into the finals.

The grand finals saw SCARZ face off against CAG Osaka. Despite losing the first map, SCARZ quickly regained their footing. They overpowered CAG Osaka in the second map with a 7-4 win and delivered a crushing 7-0 victory in the final map Chalet, securing their place at the Esports World Cup.

Now that they have claimed their ticket to Riyadh, SCARZ will be focusing on maintaining their peak performance and refining their strategies. The level of competition at the Esports World Cup will be fierce, with top teams from around the globe vying for the title.

SCARZ’s journey through the qualifiers has proven that they have the skill and determination to compete at the highest level. Fans and analysts alike will be eagerly watching to see how SCARZ performs in this prestigious tournament. Where they aim to bring glory to Japan and cement their place among the elite in Rainbow Six Siege esports.


For the complete information on the EWC, check out our all-inclusive guide. Stay tuned to Strafe Esports for upcoming information on the upcoming Esports World Cup.

You can also follow the Esports World Cup Official X account for more updates.

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