Arslan Siddique, better known as Arslan Ash is a Pakistani professional fighting game player. He was born on August 20, 1995 in Lahore and is currently aged 28 years old.
He tied the knot with his better half in a joyous ceremony in February 2023. The Tekken prodigy took to social media to share pictures from his mehndi event, where he posed with his spouse. The couple opted for colour-coordinated outfits that left their fans in awe of their style and elegance.
Arslan Ash, recognized as a leading esports athlete on a global scale, is acclaimed as one of the greatest Tekken players in history. He is credited for propelling the Pakistani Tekken scene to prominence in the esports realm. He has achieved the prestigious title of Quadruple EVO Champion by securing victories in EVO 2019 and 2023, along with EVO Japan 2019 and 2023. Additionally, he clinched the championship at the Tekken World Tour Finals in 2023.
Arslan Ash’s Tekkan Career
From honing his gaming skills at a local arcade in Lahore since the age of eight to achieving victory in two EVO tournaments, EVO Japan, and EVO America in 2019, the 24-year-old Arslan ‘Ash’ Siddique has experienced a truly remarkable ascent to the pinnacle of esports. Already a notable figure in local gaming circuits during his teenage years, Ash initially aspired to become a doctor, aligning with his parents’ wishes. However, his trajectory shifted when he started participating in local competitions. Winning the Pakistan Tekken 6 Grand Masters Championship (GCC) in 2010 marked a turning point, propelling him to nationwide recognition.
Building on local successes from 2010 to 2018, Arslan Ash garnered support from friends to compete in KOF GCC 2018 in Oman, where his exceptional wins in King of Fighters XIV and Tekken 7 caught the attention of the international gaming community. Over the past two years, Arslan Ash has become a dominant force, fulfilling dreams of becoming the number one player in the world and clinching consecutive EVO victories for Pakistan. With unwavering dedication, eight hours of daily practice, and a spot among the TOP 20 players invited to the TEKKEN World Tour 2019 finals, Ash’s confident pursuit of further triumphs continues to unfold.
Key Achievements
In 2010, Arslan secured his first major tournament victory by winning the Tekken 6 Grand Masters Championship.
Arslan achieved an extraordinary feat in 2019 by winning both the Evo Japan and Evo Championship Series, becoming the sole individual to triumph in both prestigious tournaments simultaneously. He also clinched the WePlay Ultimate Fighting League title for Tekken 7 and was honored with the Best E-Player of 2019 by ESPN.
Arslan emerged victorious in the CEO 2021 championship.
In 2022, he dominated the Combo Breaker Tekken 7 tournament by defeating all ten of his opponents.
Arslan secured third place in the Evolution Championship Series 2022 Tekken 7 competition.
In 2023, he continued his winning streak by triumphing in the Tekken 7 competition at Evo Japan, defeating South Korea’s Meo-IL.
Representing Pakistan in the Tekken 7 Nations Cup 2023, Arslan led his team to victory in the final against South Korea, claiming the championship and a substantial $500,000 prize.
Arslan Ash achieved a historic fourth EVO title in Tekken 7 on August 6, 2023, by defeating Japanese player Akihiro “AO” Abe in the grand final with a 3-0 victory. This marked his second time as the unified EVO champion, having won both EVO Japan and Las Vegas in the same year. Arslan stands as the only player to secure four EVO titles in Tekken 7.
By triumphing in both the EVO titles and Tekken World Tour Finals in the same season, Arslan Ash etched his name in history as the first-ever “Triple Crown” champion in Tekken.
Tekken 7 Character Usage of Arslan Ash
Zafina: Total Usage is 97 times. Win rate is 75%.
Kunimitsu: Total Usage is 50 times. Win rate is 76%.
Kazumi: Total Usage is 12 times. Win rate 75%.
Geese: Total Usage is 8 times. Win rate is 75%.
Eliza: Total Usage is 4 times. Win rate is 100%.
Katarina: Total Usage is 4 times. Win rate is 75%.
Noctis: Total Usage is 3 times. Win rate is 67%.
Nina Williams: Total Usage is 1 time. Win rate is 0%.
Arslan Ash Tekken Ranking
Global Ranking (2024): 1
Asia Ranking (2024): 1
DF Points: 2000
Arslan Ash Earnings By Year
Total Results
Online Results
Offline/LAN Results
2023
$192,664.87
8
61.20%
|
$0.00
0
0.00%
|
$192,664.87
8
61.20%
2022
$37,293.18
14
11.85%
|
$3,000.00
1
0.95%
|
$34,293.18
13
10.89%
2021
$17,320.00
2
5.50%
|
$0.00
0
0.00%
|
$17,320.00
2
5.50%
2020
$1,396.80
2
0.44%
|
$0.00
0
0.00%
|
$1,396.80
2
0.44%
2019
$51,159.40
10
16.25%
|
$0.00
0
0.00%
|
$51,159.40
10
16.25%
2018
$15,000.00
3
4.76%
|
$0.00
0
0.00%
|
$15,000.00
3
4.76%
Arslan Ash Winning Prize (Highest)
1.
2023-07-09
1st
Gamers8 2023 (Tekken7)
$166,666.67
Tekken 7
2.
2019-05-17
1st
Gaming Tent KSA Tekken 2019
$17,000.00
Tekken 7
3.
2021-04-11
1st
WUFL Season 1 – Tekken 7
$15,000.00
Tekken 7
4.
2019-08-04
1st
Evo 2019 (Tekken 7)
$13,894.00
Tekken 7
5.
2019-02-17
1st
Evo Japan 2019
$13,575.30
Tekken 7
6.
2022-12-10
1st
IESF World Championship 2022 (T7)
$12,000.00
Tekken 7
7.
2023-08-06
1st
Evo 2023 (T7)
$10,000.00
Tekken 7
8.
2023-04-02
1st
Evo Japan 2023 (T7)
$7,600.00
Tekken 7
9.
2022-08-21
1st
VSFighting X (T7)
$5,925.96
Tekken 7
10.
2018-10-24
1st
OUG Tournament 2018 (KOF XIV)
$5,000.00
King of Fighters XIV
FAQs about Arslan Ash
Where is Arslan Ash from?
Arslan Ash is a 24-year-old Tekken player from Lahore, Pakistan.
When did Arslan Ash start playing Tekken?
He started his esports career in 2010.
What stick does Arslan Ash use?
He uses Qanba arcade stick.
How many times has Arslan Ash won EVO?
He is widely recognized for bringing the Pakistani Tekken scene to the forefront in esports. He has earned the prestigious title of Quadruple EVO Champion by winning EVO 2019 and 2023, along with EVO Japan 2019 and 2023. Additionally, he secured victory at the Tekken World Tour Finals in 2023.