Karachi: Team Boosters clinched the championship at the Konnect by HBL Valorant Gaming Tournament, securing the top prize and demonstrating exceptional gaming prowess among nearly 200 participants.

According to Habib Bank Limited, the tournament, part of the Aur Khelo series organized by Konnect, HBL’s branchless banking platform, highlighted the burgeoning potential of Pakistan’s Esports industry. The event in Karachi attracted a significant turnout, underscoring the growing interest and excitement around competitive gaming in the region.

The tournament concluded with Team Boosters—comprising Ibrahim Sarfaraz, Roman Aqeel, Bilal Bashir, Huzaifa Ashraf, Usman Aziz, and Syed Hasnain Ali—winning a grand prize of Rs 350,000. Team Snakes finished in second place, receiving Rs 150,000. Abrar A. Mir, Chief Innovation and Financial Inclusion Officer at HBL, praised the participants for their skills and sportsmanship, noting the positive impact of such events on the local Esports community and the broader aim of nurturing young talent in the digital entertainment sector.