15 year old Street Fighter 6 prodigy wins $100k at Capcom Cup 11 Final

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As a passionate fan, let me share my exhilaration over the Capcom Cup 11 event. Among the renowned Street Fighter legends, a young prodigy named Blaz truly stole the show. Despite some top players being nearly three times his age, this remarkable 15-year-old managed to outplay them, showcasing his exceptional skills in SF6.

Given that numerous top-tier Street Fighter competitors, some of whom are well into their thirties or forties like Daigo, continue to dominate the game, entering the competitive arena as a novice player can be extremely challenging and downright daunting.

In the meantime, Blaz overpowered an actual EVO champion in Angry Birds, triumphing against him with a score of 3-0 during the Losers Semifinal. Similarly, he defeated another Street Fighter icon, Leshar, in the Losers’ Final.

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Despite not managing to outdo Kakeru in the Grand Finals, the Chilean prodigy has undeniably established himself as a significant figure among the upcoming stars of Street Fighter professionals.

Blaz takes home $100k after tense Grand Final

At the Capcom Cup tournament, the largest Grand Prize in all fighting games is offered, with an impressive $1 million at stake. The runner-up only receives $100k, making the championship match worth approximately $900k. In just under 15 minutes of gameplay, the victor was decided, leaving one lucky player nearly a million dollars wealthier.

As a passionate gaming enthusiast, I’ve got to say that while some aspects of Capcom’s prize system for events have sparked debate within the gaming community, including among top players like MenaRD, there’s no denying that it builds an electrifying atmosphere leading up to the Grand Final.

The final moments! @Kakeru_FGC has done it!#CAPCOMCUP11 #CC11

— Capcom Fighters (@CapcomFighters) March 8, 2025

Even though Blaz didn’t emerge victorious, he managed to prolong the contest. If he had correctly interpreted Kakeru’s throw and successfully countered it in that video snippet, it’s highly likely that the game would have extended into a fifth round.

As the ‘Impeccable Parry Prince’, I’m known for my relentless poking and oppressive playstyle that leaves opponents struggling to find their footing. Defeating me is a grueling battle of endurance, requiring precision timing and spotting the tiniest chink in my defense to turn the game around.

And, though Blaz came closer than anyone else, he wasn’t able to beat Kakeru.

— Capcom Fighters (@CapcomFighters) March 8, 2025

Regardless of the setback, Blaz’s tale solidifies his position as one of the top newcomers in esports. This is particularly noteworthy given the formidable barrier of established talent he had to clear to reach the finals.

As a player, the young prodigy is recognized, in part, due to the active role his father plays in his training. They often analyze and critique their gameplay together, striving to enhance his skills. With a $100k prize money headed to Chile, it seems that all their hard work has indeed been worthwhile.

Currently, Kakeru’s victory places him as the top-earning fighter in video game history, amassing a staggering total of nearly $1.5 million from tournament winnings throughout his career.

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2025-03-08 14:19