Karmine Corp Beat Geekay Esports to Lift Rocket League EWC trophy

Rocket League

17 Aug

Andre Guaraldo

The Rocket League EWC 2025 concluded with an amazing showcase of top tier performances on August 17 as Karmine Corp, Geekay Esports, Team Falcons, and Team Vitality clashed in a day filled with drama, upsets, and an one-sided Grand Finals.

With $1,010,000 at stake and valuable points toward the EWC Club Championship, fans inside the STC Esports Arena and worldwide witnessed a final day to remember. From the semifinal to the last ball hitting the floor in the Grand Finals, the event delivered everything Rocket League fans love: overtime thrillers, mechanical brilliance, and storylines worthy of the world’s biggest stage.

As the rubber starts cooling down, one thing is certain: Karmine Corp continues to show what it means to be the best in their craft.

Semifinals

1. Falcons vs. Karmine Corp

The day started with a clash between Team Falcons and title-favorites Karmine Corp. Falcons struck first with an efficient 3-1 in Game 1, sending the home crowd into a frenzy. But KC quickly recalibrated, bringing their trademark synergy to the series with tight rotations and pinpoint finishing.

Despite Falcons forcing two dramatic overtime games, Karmine Corp’s consistency proved decisive. With a 4–2 series victory, KC booked their ticket to the Grand Finals.

Series scoreline:

Game 1: Falcons 3–1 KC
Game 2: Falcons 0–1 KC
Game 3: Falcons 1–2 KC (OT +3:32)
Game 4: Falcons 2–1 KC (OT +0:49)
Game 5: Falcons 1–2 KC
Game 6: Falcons 1–2 KC

2. Team Vitality vs. Geekay Esports

Next up was a David vs. Goliath matchup: legendary squad Team Vitality faced Saudi Arabian underdogs Geekay Esports. What followed was a seven-game marathon that had EVERYTHING; from surprising defensive stops to clutch overtime goals.

Vitality looked in control after explosive wins in Games 2 and 5, but Geekay flourished under pressure. Their resilience was rewarded with a 2–1 overtime win in Game 7, sending the arena into explosive celebration and punching their ticket to the Grand Finals.

Series Scoreline:

Game 1: Vitality 2–3 GK (OT +2:17)
Game 2: Vitality 5–1 GK
Game 3: Vitality 1–2 GK
Game 4: Vitality 0–1 GK
Game 5: Vitality 4–3 GK
Game 6: Vitality 2–1 GK
Game 7: Vitality 1–2 GK (OT +1:02)

Third-Place Match: Falcons Beat Vitality

The bronze medal clash brought together teams still burning from semifinal heartbreak. With home fans roaring them on, Team Falcons edged out Team Vitality in yet another series that went the distance.

The 4–3 victory gave Falcons a podium finish and much-needed EWC Club Championship points, capping off a strong campaign in front of a supportive Riyadh crowd.

Grand Finals: A Karmine Corp Masterclass

The final between Karmine Corp and Geekay Esports was expected to be a nail-biter. Instead, KC produced a statement sweep (4–1) in dominant fashion.

Karmine Corp’s ball control and team synergy suffocated Geekay from the outset. Despite sporadic moments of brilliance, GK never found their rhythm on the big stage. The French giants hoisted the EWC Rocket League trophy, taking home the largest share of the $1.01M prize pool and establishing themselves as the undeniable Kings of Riyadh.

For Geekay Esports, the runner-up finish marked a historic breakthrough and a sign of their rising status in international Rocket League.

Key Takeaways from Championship Sunday

MVP Performances: Karmine Corp’s Dralii delivered on all fronts, blending aerial creativity with unbreakable rotations, awarding him the MVP Award.
GK's Global Impact: Geekay’s journey to the finals electrified local fans and proved Saudi Arabia’s growing influence in Rocket League extends beyond Team Falcons.
EWC Club Championship: KC’s triumph boosts their overall standings, while Falcons’ third-place finish solidified them as contenders in the season-long leaderboard.

Can Anyone Stop Karmine Corp?

With Rocket League now officially wrapped at the Esports World Cup 2025, attention shifts to the RLCS World Championship in September. But for Riyadh’s fans and Karmine Corp faithful fans worldwide, August 17 will be remembered as the day the French juggernauts reclaimed their status as one of the best with another crown and in spectacular style.

Karmine Corp are your Esports World Cup Rocket League Champions!

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