The VCT Ascension Pacific 2025 is scheduled to be held in Bangkok, Thailand, from October 13 to 26.
Updated: July 17, 2025, 9:07 a.m.
Indian esports organisation Velocity Gaming has won the Omen VCSA 2025 Ascension Qualifiers LAN finals, securing a spot to represent India on the global stage.
Velocity Gaming will represent India at the upcoming VCT Ascension Pacific 2025, scheduled to take place in Bangkok, Thailand, from October 13 to 26, 2025. The team defeated S8UL with a 3-1 scoreline in the Grand Final of the Omen VCSA 2025 Ascension Qualifiers LAN, held at Ardee Mall in Gurugram. With the victory, Velocity Gaming took home a prize of ₹24.3 lakh, while S8UL, finishing as runners-up, earned ₹12.15 lakh.
They did it! Velocity Gaming shares their thoughts and excitement after conquering the OMEN VCSA 2025 Ascension Qualifier! 🔥
Massive congratulations to Velocity Gaming, and all the best as they embark on their journey to VCT Ascension Pacific 2025! Make South Asia proud! 🇮🇳… pic.twitter.com/K9mz3ylJig — NODWIN Gaming (@NodwinGaming) July 14, 2025
The Omen VCSA 2025 Ascension Qualifiers drew more than 12 million views and saw over 50,000 peak concurrent viewers across official and creator streams. Fans who missed the tournament can watch it on the official Nodwin Gaming YouTube channel.
Sukamal Pegu, esports lead of South Asia at Riot Games stated, “This tournament was a reflection of how far the Valorant community in South Asia has come. The passion from fans, the level of competition, and the support behind these teams show that this region is ready for the global stage. At Riot, we’ve always believed in building player-first experiences, and it’s incredible to see that vision come to life through events like Omen VCSA.”
In other news, Paper Rex emerged victorious at the VCT Masters Toronto 2025, securing a prize of $350,000 along with 7 VCT championship points.
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