RIYADH: While the Esports World Cup action takes place in Riyadh, the Saudi eLeagues’ Major 2 tournaments have this week showcased competition across various titles, with over 40 clubs competing at SEF Arena.
The event featured both elite and women’s divisions, including Saudi and international players in games such as Rocket League, PUBG Mobile, EAFC25, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, VALORANT, Rainbow Six Siege, and Overwatch 2.
Rocket League saw Team Falcons clinch the title with a 4-1 victory over Twisted Minds in the final. Mohammed Al-Otaibi, known as Trk511, earned MVP honors for his crucial plays and control during critical moments.
PUBG Mobile was dominated by R8 Esports, which finished with 127 points. Abdullah, aka Marth, stood out with 24 kills, earning the MVP award for his tactical skill and accuracy.
In the Women’s EAFC25 division, Team Bright Future defeated Al-Dahab Club 2-0. Reva, who secured her third Saudi eLeagues title, was recognized as the tournament’s top player for her strategic gameplay.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 saw Team Falcons take the championship after a 4-2 win against Team The Vicious. Khaled Al-Madhi, known as Khhx, was named MVP for his precise shooting and leadership.
Valorant featured a close final where Twisted Minds edged out The Ultimates in a 3-2 series. Nikolay, or Sickrey, earned MVP honors for his aim and clutch plays that carried his team to victory.
Rainbow Six Siege concluded with Geekay Esports defeating Twisted Minds 3-2. Osama Al-Zahrani, known as Tr1ixd, was named MVP for his tactical adaptability and performance under pressure.
In Women’s Overwatch 2, Twisted Minds defeated Al-Qadsiah 4-1 in the final, with Liz van der Meet standing out as MVP. The Dutch player demonstrated versatility and consistency throughout the tournament.
The Overwatch 2 Elite division saw Twisted Minds beat Al-Qadsiah 4-3, with Ziyad from Al-Qadsiah earning MVP honors for his impressive gameplay despite the loss.
