Capcom Cup 12 Roster Finalized: MenaRD, Xiao Hai, and Punk Lead the Field
Capcom Cup 12 has officially finalized its roster, locking in the elite 48-player bracket that will compete for the $1 million grand prize in Street Fighter 6. The season formally concluded following the results of the World Warrior Japan Regional Final.
Key Takeaways:
- Evo Champions Assemble: The bracket is headlined by MenaRD, who secured his spot by winning Evo Japan 2025, cementing his status as one of the game's absolute titans.
- Kakeru Withdraws: Reigning champion Kakeru has officially withdrawn from the tournament due to health reasons. His spot has been filled by AngryBird.
- Global Gauntlet: The field features massive international representation, including EWC champion Xiao Hai and Global Points leader Punk.
The Field is Set for Capcom Cup 12
The 2025 Capcom Pro Tour season has reached its conclusion. After a grueling year of Premier events, World Warrior qualifiers, and the Esports World Cup, the field of 48 is set. The roster was officially completed following the World Warrior Japan Regional Final, the last qualifying event on the calendar.
Leading the charge is MenaRD, who captured the world's attention by winning Evo Japan 2025. He is joined by Xiao Hai, the fighting game legend who added a Street Fighter 6 major to his resume by dominating the Esports World Cup 2025. The total prize pool for the season exceeds $2 million, with the ultimate champion of Capcom Cup 12 taking home a life-changing $1 million check.
Kakeru Steps Down
In a significant shakeup to the bracket, defending Capcom Cup 11 champion Kakeru announced his withdrawal from the tournament citing an ongoing neurological disorder. As per CPT regulations, his qualification spot was transferred to the next eligible player from the previous cup not already qualified. This allowed AngryBird, a perennial favorite, to rejoin the fray.
Full Qualified Player List
Below is the comprehensive list of all 48 players qualified for Capcom Cup 12, organized by region.
| Region | Player | Qualification Path |
|---|---|---|
| Americas | MenaRD (DOM) | Offline Premier |
| Americas | Punk (USA) | Global Points |
| Americas | Dual Kevin (USA) | Global Points |
| Americas | NuckleDu (USA) | World Warrior |
| Americas | JAK (USA) | World Warrior |
| Americas | Chris Tatarian (USA) | World Warrior |
| Americas | Lexx (USA) | World Warrior |
| Americas | Blaz (Chile) | Offline Premier |
| Americas | Caba (DOM) | World Warrior |
| Americas | NotPedro (Brazil) | World Warrior |
| Americas | LUGABO (Mexico) | World Warrior |
| Americas | Deiver (Chile) | World Warrior |
| Americas | Tashi (Venezuela) | World Warrior |
| Asia | Xiao Hai (China) | EWC Winner |
| Asia | Micky (Hong Kong) | Offline Premier |
| Asia | Leshar (South Korea) | Offline Premier |
| Asia | NL (South Korea) | Offline Premier |
| Asia | Vxbao (China) | World Warrior |
| Asia | Jiewa (China) | World Warrior |
| Asia | Rainpro (Hong Kong) | World Warrior |
| Asia | HotDog29 (Hong Kong) | World Warrior |
| Asia | DakCorgi (South Korea) | World Warrior |
| Asia | Bravery (Singapore) | World Warrior |
| Asia | Travis Styles (Australia) | World Warrior |
| Asia | lllRaihanlll (Bangladesh) | World Warrior |
| EMEA | AngryBird (UAE) | Replacement Slot |
| EMEA | Big Bird (UAE) | World Warrior |
| EMEA | EndingWalker (UK) | World Warrior |
| EMEA | Kilzyou (France) | World Warrior |
| EMEA | JabhiM (South Africa) | World Warrior |
| EMEA | YONANGEL (Germany) | World Warrior |
| EMEA | Xerna (Netherlands) | World Warrior |
| EMEA | Juicyjoe (Sweden) | World Warrior |
| EMEA | Shaka (Argentina/Spain) | World Warrior |
| EMEA | ARMAKOF (Spain) | World Warrior |
| Japan | Fuudo | Offline Premier |
| Japan | Sahara | Offline Premier |
| Japan | Hinao | Offline Premier |
| Japan | Shuto | Offline Premier |
| Japan | Higuchi | World Warrior |
| Japan | Momochi | Global Points |
| Japan | Kobayan | Global Points |
| Japan | Ryukichi | Global Points |
| Japan | Itabashi Zangief | Global Points |
| Japan | Tokido | Offline Premier |
| Japan | Kusanagi | Offline Premier |
| Japan | Nephew | Offline Premier |
| Japan | NoahTheProdigy | Offline Premier |
| Japan | Armperor | Offline Premier |
| Japan | kincho | World Warrior |
What's Next: The Group Draw
With the roster now complete, all eyes turn to the group stage draw. The sheer density of killers in this bracket means there will be no "easy" pools. Punk, who topped the Global Leaderboard, will be looking to finally capture the Capcom Cup trophy that has eluded him in past grand finals.
Capcom has confirmed that the official Group Stage Draw will take place on February 15 via the official broadcast channels.
Source: Capcom Pro Tour Players Page