Arsalan Ash Defeats CBM 3-1 to Reach EWC 2026 Tekken 8 Finals Bracket

Arsalan Ash secured his place in the EWC 2026 Tekken 8 Finals Bracket after defeating CBM 3-1 in a best-of-five matchup.

Ash made a strong start with a 3-2 win in the opening game. CBM responded in the second game, beating Ash 3-1 to level the contest. However, the Pakistani eSports superstar regained control in the third game, winning 3-2 to move one set away from victory.

Ash then closed out the matchup in the fourth game with a convincing 3-1 win. The result gave him a 3-1 overall victory and confirmed his place in the Finals Bracket.

The match saw Ash use Nina, while CBM played with Jin. Ash had to fight through a close contest, particularly in the opening and third games, but his ability to recover after the second-game loss proved crucial.

With the 3-1 victory, Arsalan Ash has now moved into the EWC 2026 Tekken 8 Finals Bracket, keeping his title hopes alive in the tournament.