The Capcom Cup 12 is almost here, and the stakes have never been higher. But here's where it gets controversial: with the global leaderboard finalized, only the top Street Fighter 6 players in the world have secured their spots in this prestigious tournament. The Kuaishou FightClub Championship 6 has wrapped up the Capcom Pro Tour 2025, leaving us with a clear picture of who’s in and who’s out—but is the system truly fair? Let’s dive in.
The Return of the Global Leaderboard: A Game-Changer
After years of absence, the Capcom Pro Tour’s global leaderboard made a triumphant return this season, reigniting the competitive fire among players. This change forced competitors to grind harder than ever, knowing only the top six would earn automatic qualification to the Capcom Cup 12. The final Premier event, Kuaishou FightClub Championship 6, became a make-or-break moment for many. Victor ‘Punk’ Woodley’s fifth-place finish secured him 600 points, catapulting him to the top spot—but not without drama. Samuel ‘EndingWalker’ Arm was pushed out of the top six entirely, a stark reminder of how brutal the leaderboard can be. And this is the part most people miss: even if you’re not in the top six, there’s still a chance to qualify through upcoming World Warrior events, adding another layer of strategy to the mix.
Here’s the final leaderboard for those qualifying solely through points:
- Punk – 600 points
- Momochi – 570 points
- Kobayan – 510 points
- Ryukichi – 490 points
- Dual Kevin – 470 points
- Itabashi Zangief – 440 points
These players join an already stacked roster, including Amjad ‘AngryBird’ Alshalabi, who stepped into Kakeru ‘Kakeru’ Watanabe’s spot after the latter’s surprising retirement from pro play. Saul ‘MenaRD’ Mena and Zeng ‘Xiaohai’ Zhuojun further intensify the competition, making Capcom Cup 12 one of the most anticipated events in recent memory.
But here’s the kicker: the tournament, scheduled from March 11th to 15th, may lock its final battles behind Capcom’s new pay-per-view system. This move has sparked heated debates among fans and players alike. Is it a necessary step for the future of esports, or a barrier that alienates the community? What do you think? Let us know in the comments below.
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The road to Capcom Cup 12 is paved with both triumph and controversy. Who will rise to the top? Only time will tell.
