Key Takeaways:
- Velocity Gaming wins OMEN VCSA 2025 LAN and qualifies for VCT Ascension Pacific.
- The event set a new viewership milestone with over 12 million views.
- VCT Ascension Pacific 2025 kicks off in Bangkok this October, with a VCT Pacific 2026 slot at stake.
In a landmark moment for Indian VALORANT, Velocity Gaming has booked its place at the VCT Ascension Pacific 2025, following a commanding 3-1 victory over S8UL in the Grand Final of the OMEN VCSA 2025 Ascension Qualifiers LAN held in Gurugram. Alongside the title, Velocity walks away with ₹24.3 lakhs in prize money and will now carry the hopes of South Asia at the international event in Bangkok this October.
Road to Bangkok: Velocity’s Undefeated Upper Bracket Run
Velocity Gaming cruised through the upper bracket without dropping a series, asserting dominance throughout the OMEN VCSA LAN. S8UL, having clawed their way from the lower bracket after a hard-fought 3-1 win over DOT EXE Esports, couldn’t stop Velocity’s momentum in the finale. Despite S8UL’s resilience, Velocity closed the match in four maps, securing their spot on the international stage.
“Been practicing and getting better as a team to achieve this one goal. This is step one… now it’s time to represent South Asia,” said Adarsh Singh, Organization Manager at Velocity Gaming.
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Showmatch and Fan Experience Highlight LAN Atmosphere
The tournament wasn’t just about competitive action—Day 2 featured a creator showmatch starring well-known gaming personalities like Sikhwarrior and Pooja Bisht. The exhibition match brought a festive atmosphere to Ardee Mall and deepened fan engagement.
The event marked a collaborative effort between OMEN, NODWIN Gaming, and Riot Games, aimed at nurturing South Asia’s esports ecosystem. “With OMEN VCSA, we’re building a sustainable ecosystem for VALORANT,” noted Akshat Rathee, Co-Founder of NODWIN Gaming.
Record Viewership Confirms VALORANT’s Rise in South Asia
OMEN VCSA 2025 broke records, drawing over 12 million views and 50,000+ peak concurrent viewers across both creator and official broadcasts. The dual-language streams in Hindi and English made the tournament widely accessible, cementing it as one of the most-watched VALORANT events in regional history.
“The passion, the support, the competition—we’re seeing South Asia’s VALORANT community come into its own,” said Sukamal Pegu, Esports Lead for South Asia at Riot Games.
What’s Next: Velocity Gaming Prepares for VCT Ascension Pacific 2025
Scheduled from October 13–26 in Bangkok, the VCT Ascension Pacific 2025 will feature 10 of Asia-Pacific’s top teams, all vying for promotion to the VCT Pacific League 2026. Velocity Gaming will represent India and South Asia in this next chapter, backed by regional pride and millions of f
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