Arslan ‘Arslan Ash‘ Siddique, the current Tekken 8 global title holder, has made public his intention to relocate to Japan, establishing the nation as his primary hub for future professional engagements.
Furthermore, the victor of seven EVO tournaments has forged a key alliance with Global Agency Co., Ltd, an entity poised to assist him in his preparations for forthcoming tournaments within the Fighting Game Community.
The competitor stated that his decision to relocate to Japan stems from his aspiration to compete within the most optimal setting available for his esports profession. He clarified that Japan was selected due to its advantageous position for international travel to events, the prospect of residing and practicing in a secure and consistent setting, and the availability of a superior competitive landscape.
Ultimately, the existence of a robust management framework influenced the player’s choice of Japan: “The chance to collaborate with a seasoned and trustworthy agent proved to be the pivotal factor in my decision to establish Japan as my primary operational center,” he clarified.
Arslan Ash’s latest achievements within the FGC esports realm
This prominent FGC participant is widely regarded as the Greatest Of All Time within the Tekken 8 competitive landscape. He has amassed a total of seven Evo championship titles from 2019 through 2025, complemented by two Tekken World Tour victories in 2023 and 2024.
His significant influence and widespread renown within the Fighting Game Community have reached such a level that Red Bull produced a documentary chronicling his career path, named ‘The Story of Arslan Ash, King of Tekken.‘
Presently competing under the banners of Twisted Minds and Red Bull Esports, the thirty-year-old recently participated in the Tekken World Tour 2025, where he concluded his run just shy of the top eight, having been defeated by fellow countryman Usama Abbasi.
He further commented: “Even though I will maintain my travel schedule between Pakistan and Japan, this particular choice enables me to entirely dedicate myself to my evolution as a competitor and to contend at the pinnacle in a setting conducive to both my career and personal advancement.”
