KZHCUP RUMBLE in STREET FIGHTER 6: Teams Announced for the Championship
The upcoming championship event,
KZHCUP RUMBLE in STREET FIGHTER 6, hosted by virtual streamer
Kuzuha from the VTuber group
Nijisanji, promises an exhilarating showdown for fans of the game and eSports alike. Scheduled for
January 23, 2026, at
Pacifico Yokohama, the event will feature competitive gameplay from the top teams that emerged from the qualifiers held on December 21, 2025.
Teams Advancing to the Finals
The competition features three teams that have proven their mettle in the qualifiers:
1. BO shitarabozu
- Donning the front position is Koyanagi Rou, with Kanda Shoichi in the middle and Inami Rai at the anchor. This team is coached by Tachikawa.
2. Thunder Fire Panda Tatsuya
- Leading off is Sakaki Ness. Their middle is Sasaki Saku, finishing strong with Murakumo Kagetsu at the end. Coaching this formidable group is Haitani.
3. SANTA TACHI
- With Fura Kanato in the front, Nagao Kei handling the middle, and Oliver Evans as the anchor, this team is coached by Dogura.
Fans can look forward to an electrifying championship round featuring their favorite Kuzuha, alongside many notable VTubers including Koyanagi Rou, Kanda Shoichi, Inami Rai, and guest appearances from popular streamers such as k4sen and Zerost. A valuable aspect of the event will be the exhibition match on the same day, where Team Kuzuha will face off against Team Streamers, giving fans an extended experience of competitive play.
Streaming and Viewing Options
For those unable to attend in person, the championship and exhibition matches will be broadcasted for free on ABEMA. A multi-angle viewing ticket will be available for purchase, granting fans access to additional content such as multi-perspective views that enhance the viewing experience. The perks also include an archived stream that allows fans to relive the excitement at their convenience until February 8, 2026.
Game Insights & Special Items
Along with watching the thrilling matches, players of Street Fighter 6 can look forward to exclusive in-game items as a commemoration of this monumental event. With a start date for downloads set for December 22, 2025, fans will receive a commemorative title, original illustration by Kuzuha, and a special color scheme for Akuma.
Final Thoughts
With promotion and coverage ramping up, fans are encouraged to stay tuned to Kuzuha's YouTube channel for any further updates, set to air on January 9, 2026*. This event is poised to be not only a competitive highlight for the players involved but also a celebration of the vibrant eSports community spearheaded by Nijisanji and the extraordinary talents of its VTubers.
For ticket purchases and additional information, visit the event's official site
here or check the
ABEMA page for broadcasting details.