ABOUT Dawood
Muhammad “Dawood Sikandar” Dawood is a Pakistani Fighting Games competitor active in the Tekken esports scene since 2019. Competing across both Tekken 7 and Tekken 8 circuits, he has participated in Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3, and qualifier-level events both locally and internationally.
Throughout his competitive career, Dawood has represented organizations including VSlash Esports, Ashes Gaming, M5 Host, Cloud9, and Nova Esports, reflecting sustained involvement within structured team environments. His tournament record includes appearances at major events such as Takedown, Evolution Championship Series, Battle Arena Melbourne, and the Esports World Cup qualifier circuit.
Known for consistent bracket performances and strong placements in regional events, Dawood has secured podium finishes and championship titles in multiple tournaments. His competitive résumé spans several seasons, demonstrating long-term activity and adaptability across different Tekken titles.
TOURNAMENT RESULTS
| Date | Year | Game | Tier | Event | Place | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2025 | 2025 | Tekken 8 | Tier 3 | PPG Battle of Champions Season 5 | 13th–16th | — |
| 26/10/2025 | — | Tekken 8 | Tier 1 | Takedown 2025 | 25th–32nd | — |
| 14/09/2025 | — | Tekken 8 | Tier 3 | Heatwave Showdown | 5th–6th | — |
| 09/08/2025 | 2025 | Tekken 8 | Qualifier | Esports World Cup 2025 Last Chance Qualifier | 17th–24th | $1,500 |
| 03/08/2025 | 2025 | Tekken 8 | Tier 1 | Evolution Championship Series 2025 | 25th–32nd | — |
| 27/07/2025 | — | Tekken 8 | Tier 3 | Tekken Final Judgment | 13th–16th | — |
| 24/06/2025 | — | Tekken 8 | Qualifier | The Baaz Gauntlet 2 Karachi | 2nd | — |
| 01/06/2025 | 2025 | Tekken 8 | Tier 1 | Battle Arena Melbourne 15 | 33rd–48th | — |
| 29/05/2025 | — | Tekken 8 | Tier 3 | Pre-BAM Tekken Tourney 2025 | 3rd | — |
| 22/02/2025 | — | Tekken 8 | Tier 2 | Virtuocity Battleground Qatar | 9th–12th | — |
| 14/10/2023 | — | Tekken 7 | Tier 2 | TS Showdown #4 | 9th–12th | — |
| 08/10/2023 | 2023 | Tekken 7 | Tier 3 | PPG Battle of Champions Season 3 | 4th | — |
| 27/08/2023 | — | Tekken 7 | Tier 3 | HAVOC #002 | 9th–12th | — |
| 16/07/2023 | — | Tekken 7 | Tier 3 | HAVOC #001 | 13th–16th | — |
| 21/06/2023 | — | Tekken 7 | Tier 3 | Elite Tekken Championship 2023 | 9th–12th | — |
| 07/05/2023 | 2023 | Tekken 7 | Tier 1 | Takedown | 4th | $529 |
| 19/03/2023 | — | Tekken 7 | Tier 1 | NasCon ’23 | 2nd | — |
| 08/11/2022 | 2022 | Tekken 7 | Tier 1 | Slash n Dash | 13th–16th | — |
| 26/09/2022 | — | Tekken 7 | Tier 3 | WeRitans 22 | 4th | — |
| 25/09/2022 | — | Tekken 7 | Tier 2 | Takra Cup 2022 | 7th–8th | — |
| 19/09/2022 | — | Tekken 7 | Tier 3 | All Pakistan Best of the Best Tekken Dojo | 4th | — |
| 04/09/2022 | 2022 | Tekken 7 | Tier 3 | Thaiger Uppercut 2022 | 1st | $405 |
MEDIA & HIGHLIGHTS
NOTABLE MATCHES & MILESTONES
Esports World Cup 2024 – Main Event Finish
Sajawal secured a 13th–16th placement at the Esports World Cup 2024, one of the most competitive Tekken 8 events globally. Competing at Tier 1 level, he faced internationally recognized opponents, including Chanel. This result marked the highest-tier main stage appearance of his career and earned him $12,500 in prize money.
EWC 2024 Last Chance Qualifier – Top 3 Run
At the Esports World Cup 2024 Last Chance Qualifier, Sajawal achieved a strong 3rd-place finish. His run included multiple high-pressure elimination matches before narrowly losing 2-3 to AO in a decisive set. This performance demonstrated resilience and bracket endurance at an international qualifying stage.
Tekken Online Challenge 2021 – South Asia Top 8
In 2021, Sajawal reached 7th–8th place at the Tekken Online Challenge: South Asia Online Masters (Tier 2). This result marked one of his earliest significant competitive milestones and established his presence in the regional Tekken circuit.
Consistent Participation Across 2024–2025 Circuits
Between 2024 and 2025, Sajawal remained actively engaged in competitive Tekken 8 tournaments, including Gamers Galaxy Pakistan, The Baaz Gauntlet qualifiers, and PPG Battle of Champions. His repeated participation across Tier 1, Tier 2, and qualifier events reflects sustained involvement in both national and international competition.