Nodwin Gaming and Riot Games are set to bring LAN playoffs of the Omen Valorant Challengers South Asia Split 2 to Delhi’s Nodwin Gaming Arena in Chattarpur from 25 to 28 June.
After the league stage, Revenant Esports and Velocity Gaming emerged as the top two finishers from Group A, while True Rippers and Orangutan led the standings in Group B. Now, these four leading Valorant teams representing South Asia will compete in the LAN playoffs for not only a chance to secure a spot in the Valorant Champions Tour (VCT) Ascension in Japan this year but also for a share of the US$66,000 (approximately Rs 55 lakhs) prize pool. The champions will claim US$20,000 (approximately Rs 16.7 lakhs) in prize money.
The action will also be broadcast live on Nodwin Gaming’s YouTube channel. Omen by HP is the tournament’s title partner and Philips is the styling partner.
Nodwin Gaming co-founder and managing director Akshat Rathee stated, “We are ecstatic to bring the LAN playoffs of Omen Valorant Challengers South Asia Split 2 to the Nodwin Arena which will have the region’s most talented Valorant athletes competing to bolster India’s presence in the global landscape.”
The Omen Valorant Challengers South Asia 2024 began earlier this year and marked the beginning of a competitive season. With a dual-split format, this tournament serves as a milestone for South Asian teams aspiring to qualify for the VCT Ascension 2024: Pacific.
“So far, throughout Split 1 and the league stage of Split 2, this tournament has not only showcased some incredible Valorant plays but also reinforced our commitment to providing competitive opportunities for the region. We are now eager to witness some amazing matches and memorable moments as South Asia’s top four teams battle it out for a coveted spot in the VCT Ascension Pacific,” said Riot Games India & South Asia esports lead Sukamal Pegu.
The Split 1 of the Omen Valorant Challengers South Asia 2024 drew 30,000 attendees to the offline Cup Final 1 and 2, alongside an online viewership of 3.2 million across.
