Team "AG AL" crowned champion of TEKKEN 8 at the EWC 26 World Esports Cup via player M. Zubair
By Escore News
Paris – August 8, 2026:
Player M. Zubair, representing AG AL, has been crowned the champion of the TEKKEN 8 tournament at the 2026 World Esports Cup, showcasing an absolute performance and dominance displayed in the grand finals held at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.
M. Zubair decisively clinched the grand final match against his Korean rival LowHigh with a crushing score of (5-0), securing the title and a grand prize of $250,000, while earning 1,000 points for his club in the club championship race.
💰 Final Rankings, Prize Distribution, and Club Points (Top 8 Clubs/Players):
| Rank | Player / Club | Prize Money | Club Championship Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 1st Place | 🦅 M. Zubair (AG AL) | $250,000 | +1,000 |
| 🥈 2nd Place | 🇰🇷 LowHigh | $130,000 | +750 |
| 🥉 3rd Place | 🇦🇺 Yagami | $70,000 | +500 |
| 🏅 4th Place | 🇵🇰 Arslan Ash | $50,000 | +300 |
| 🎖️ 5th - 8th Place | 🇰🇷 ULSAN / 🇸🇦 Raef (REJECT) / 🇵🇰 Numan Ch (Team Falcons) / 🇰🇷 JeonDDing (Team Vitality) | $37,500 | +200 |
📊 Knockout Stage Results:
| Stage | Matchup | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 🏆 Final Match | M. Zubair (AG AL) vs LowHigh | 5 - 0 |
| ⚔️ Semifinal 1 | LowHigh vs Yagami | 5 - 2 |
| ⚔️ Semifinal 2 | M. Zubair (AG AL) vs Arslan Ash | 5 - 4 |
| 🥉 Third Place Decider | Yagami vs Arslan Ash | 5 - 2 |
🎖️ MVP of the Tournament:
Champion M. Zubair has also received the official tournament "Jafonso" award along with a bonus of $50,000 for his exceptional performance and overwhelming dominance in the final round without losing any game.
🔗 Note: For the complete official results, click here.
