I interviewed the Combo Breaker 2024 Champion!

[@KinnNailchagette]

Yo this kid used to kick my ass in Timezone glorrietta, Manila during TTT2. When you try to give shake hands from your opponent back in the days of the arcades, ull be shocked it was a 12 year old kid on the other side of the arcade cabinet. Seeing him have come so far makes me so happy for him!

[@mgu-ph]

Same! I was active in the arcade scene during the Tekken 6 era. He was doing advanced stuff already at 10-11 years old. When I looked at the other side of the cabinet, I was surprised to see it was a kid! Wasn't even mad when he was whooping me. Like the other adults at the time, we felt he was really going to be somebody in the future. Good thing Tekken was going global as he was coming around. He's a real prodigy.

[@iris089]

Actually, kids are supposed to be better in video games. Faster reflex and very quick in learning.

[@sherlockhomes9919]

Synergy glorietta in the 90's playing tekken 3. What year was ttt2 at timezone glorietta? Before all that Glicos glorietta playing streetfighter in the 80's.

[@landerv9551]

Philippines mentioned. The Filipinos have been summoned 🇵🇭

[@NiteFall7]

Lakad matatag😂

[@RaiRaiKenZ]

@@NiteFall7 normalin normalin

[@ykobi]

pinoy pride moment

[@ricksalley4905]

syempre

[@woofzen8311]

LAKAD MATATAG!!!

[@aqueelkadri8371]

Dude AK has such a chill personality It was surprising to me cuz everytime I see him in tournaments he always looks like someone took a bite out of his sandwich without his permission

[@shintenkai1648]

Bruh several kitten deaths happen if someone wants to take my food

[@garymichalles8383]

😂😂

[@nabillun]

😂He got that resting face like Shadow 20z's but meaner

[@slugshotgun]

PhiDX once again creating something we don't see often or ever. Ngl dude, your videos for the past few months have raised the bar for FGC content.

[@Kuukeksi]

What a humble guy, couldn't have asked for a better winner

[@B1gDevin]

He only won it because JDCR got cheated 😂

[@blitzcrank4840]

@@B1gDevin JDCR did not even play at Combo Breaker LMAO

[@rryuko3668]

@@B1gDevin lmao bro is stupid, he doesnt watch the fights XD.

[@johnpascua3351]

@@B1gDevin WRONG TOURNEY LOOOOOL

[@B1gDevin]

@@blitzcrank4840 lucky for AK he didn't lol

[@Metalmanijak]

His pop off is one of my favorite moments in competitive tekken already. You just saw all the years of frustration and weight fall from his shoulders.

[@nrostova5606]

The score esports: doesn't make a video about ak. Phidx: fine, ill do it myself

[@rickyboiiiii]

the score esports has been a joke ever since covid started and they've just been recycling the same shit over and over.

[@nrostova5606]

@@rickyboiiiii it's weird since ak's story coming here in cb24 is usually the kind of stuff they'd cover. When I'm about to expect a video from them they just didn't do shit

[@superbadisfunny]

​@@rickyboiiiii they definitely have gone down hill. I unsubbed from them.

[@roxx1357]

​@@rickyboiiiii the score esports manager: I need another Arslan Ash video on the double right now

[@pocketoniofficial]

Thescore will cover AK once everyone else does so they have sources to take from.

[@pokerio6162]

my man inspired many players that shaheen is maybe not that boring

[@wangusbeef86]

in T8 maybe, T7 Shaheen though, Naah

[@SkarjOS]

He never was 🔫

[@IWantToStayAtYourHouse]

I thought shaheen was cool even before AK's win

[@Arcstax]

Shaheen is fun to play but his character design and personality looks kinda boring

[@mm-yq5dt]

For me, his weird fighting style was never boring for sure.

[@ChristopherWaddelow]

Why has it taken this long for Tekken content creators to make this kind of content 😮 Thanks for the interview PhiDX, great stuff 🙏

[@jamessummers5936]

A few I follow have been doing this, King Jae and That Blasted Salami, in particular, but yeah this is cool.

[@tee_saw]

We do need more of these. It's refreshing from the usual typical fgc content

[@zacretzer]

This is a really cool switch up in content and I’m super here for it. Phi is actually really good as an interviewer and this insight into the mindsets of the highest level players is really cool. More of this please!

[@mediumheccin]

Bro sounds like home, I'm so happy

[@RayAshG]

The Phi in PhiDX stands for Philippines

[@somekindofhmm]

Phi is Vietnamese ethnicity so we're already SEA heritage brothers 🇵🇭🤝🇻🇳

[@MikeZehdnicker]

Phillip aka Phi from the Phillipines

[@rryuko3668]

W CONTENT!!! was waiting for this thank you phidx and AK

[@TowBoatSam]

How could you not be a fan of this guy

[@Dogesmama]

Right?

[@666slateran666]

Being JDCR

[@johnpascua3351]

@@666slateran666 Oh please, JDCR wasn't salty about it

[@mizukumecasko1216]

​@@666slateran666 jdcr and ak are friends Hecm jdcr was the official coach of ak during sea games

[@hatto]

​@@666slateran666*being jdcr's new kcorp fans

[@walduskiepski5312]

This is how should look every interview. Phidx asking like a noob for pro player for advice. It also helps what should we ask better players from us in every game especially when someone goes to Korea and wanna spar with knee or JDCR or in SF6 if you expect to spar with Bonchan or Tokido

[@ko-yoshi]

This is so good!!! Thanks for doing this, Phi, and thanks for chatting, AK!

[@TheCaptainChiII]

Phi just seem like a dope guy overall to vibe and chat with , great conversation , love the ending outro , W vid

[@Arcstax]

Really proud of this boy winning a big tournament after many years!

[@Cypherior88]

I still remember AK getting 2nd place way back in Evo Japan, losing to Arslan Ash, in which was the beginning of his GOAT status. Fast forward to CC2024, Arslan Ash had accomplished a lot and they met again in the Grand Finals in the exact same path they took to get there (AK winners side and Arslan Ash on losers side). History didn't repeat for AK and won it all in the end.

[@prtomanblastr]

Phi wtf! Dude your content is on another lever now god dang!

[@Nobodysurvivesevenonebit]

So he's winning combo breaker half asleep 😂😂😂. What a beast.

[@viceasimo3532]

I guess that’s why he looked bored during the finals lol

[@muchluck7981]

Actually makes sense. Arslan Ash won against AK the same way the first time they fought in Evo 2019

[@rryuko3668]

@@B1gDevin ur one of KC's minion ? ur not a true JDCR fan XD. u suck :PP

[@B1gDevin]

Playing noobs I could do too

[@delacroixii]

@@B1gDevinlooking at your pfp, I’m guessing your either gay or trans.

[@JackGamesTooMuch]

This quality content. Keep up the great work PHI! Your channel has been getting better and better!

[@mangotar0]

Love this interview and the atmosphere! Great job PhiDX and congrats once again AK!

[@math001]

Looking forward to more top 8 appearances from him to finally cement himself as part of the top players in Tekken. He also doesn't deserve the hate he's getting for the JDCR match and for that to taint all the wins moving forward. Not now, when he's finally getting a huge opportunity to showcase his skills.

[@danielranleesoria9609]

PH reppin' since way back when! I also watched him for the first time playing tag 2

[@kiwipops]

So proud of the Tekken community! We're lucky to have champions that are such awesome, down-to-earth representatives of the game. AK deserves all the best and more!! Thanks for the great interview Phi :D

[@altcunningham_2077]

Great format, by the way. I think most of us would like to get to know these champions better. a few personal questions, reflections, background. I know it can be difficult due to the language barrier, but with the right preparation it can work out! Shotout to my man PhidX from Ukraine!

[@RythmicROFL]

Still remember Tasty Steve shouting “AK!!!” after he won CB

[@jaybemaquiran709]

As a long time Tekken casual player from the Philippines, I'm so proud of AK's achievement on esports. Thank you so much PhiDX for the interview, I trully loved it. Go Team Philippines! 🇵🇭

[@GaspoweR]

OH SHIT this was a surprise. Great Interview, Phi! On a personal note, I was in the venue during top 8 and when AK fought Arslan in the Grand Finals. Me and a few of my friends were so nervous knowing that Arslan does really well in long sets and this wasn't the first time he's done this against AK. When AK finally let out that scream of adulation when he won it over Arslan, we were pretty much screaming along with him! I was hugging my friends, a number of them being Filipinos themselves, and we were so happy that he finally broke the curse and won a huge major, beating former champions and arguably the best player in Tekken 7s competitive history along the way. I'll remember this moment for a really long time.

[@sevenstringsyndicate6250]

I LOVE THIS CONTENT! Tekken needs more of this irl content this is amazing

[@Cratees]

Double crushed it with Law recently in the Mixup so there you go💪

[@Likeadragon99]

Still can't believe that moment with his game against JDCR was real

[@Kruzeda]

unfortunate that it happened in the first place, TOs are just asleep man

[@ezcore5368]

Ak having plot armor just like in the anime 😂

[@IWantToStayAtYourHouse]

@@ezcore5368 he didnt win the tourney tho

[@TheUnique69able]

That situation didn’t happen in combo breaker where he won first place

[@wonderman7166]

Yeah, those TO's should be fired

[@Jestr_44]

I would love more interviews like this with pro players! AK is just so damn humble and likable, very interesting to hear what his mindset is like before and during tournaments.

[@juur2495]

Great interview Phi! Go AK! Love to see more of your gameplay in future tourneys!

[@ZiggyZensei]

This is so cool man I wanna see more of these

[@stevepowers9388]

Nice interview PhiDX! It’s great that you guys pointed out Jet Lag. Alot of people don’t realize the toll it can take on you. You are automatically at a disadvantage compared to those who are natives to that area.

[@noobgamertommy7763]

15:55 "if ano..." ahhh lezzgo pinoy pride. speech mannerism for english-speaking pinoys!!!!!

[@waalker1206]

ARE THEY INTERVIEWING IN A WAFFLE HOUSE🧇!!!

[@waalker1206]

As a Shaheen player, I am fed

[@xRhychux]

Waffle houses are not this nice

[@jesus2056]

I don’t see anyone throwing hands in the back. So probably not.

[@superbadisfunny]

Not at all lol

[@GreenOnTheScene0]

Calling this a Waffle House shows that you never been any where near a Waffle House😂

[@raginbull13]

That Combo Breaker winners final against Farzeen was my favourite set of his tournament. I would love AK vs Farzeen to be a consistent rivalry for the Tekken 8 age. EDIT: 2-3 hours in practice mode everyday is cracked. I know I'll never be a pro knowing that.

[@lofilad13]

so awesome to see such a indepth interview! thank you Phi and AK! Phi hopefully you can interview some NA players soon too!! (Raccoon!!)

[@thatpurpleghost]

Hey Phiidx, love videos like this. I got Fujin rank watching your videos. I love this content. You’re doing more than generating views - you’re building a community. Much love man from the UK.

[@lainzero4549]

i like this type of chill interview, reminds me of that series in mythical kitchen where people eat their last meals, maybe you guys should've have been munching during this 😆

[@Yosef604]

With AK making the PH Tekken scene this big, I might just have to join in more tournaments myself. Thank you, AK 💪🏼🇵🇭

[@Yoshimitros]

Amazing content m8! If you get the chance to do more interviews with tekken pros please do!!! Your interview style and questions are so good! I was a big fan of AK before but now hearing him talk about tekken his demeanour and all I'm an even bigger fan now! Thanks!

[@Brandon0421]

I have 2 favorite Tekken players. PhiDX and AK. Can't believe they're in one video.

[@cnicot97cn]

Phi putting out QUALITY CONTENT!!!

[@cenizen]

PHILIPPINES MENTIONED 🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅 I was in the Philippines visiting family while Combo Breaker was going on and I had the opportunity to teach my uncles (who havent played since Tekken 3) about high level Tekken and fighting games in general was a great experience, and to have a filipino champion was the cherry on top. Incredibly great video to watch, I like this style of video a lot

[@treehann]

Great interview, you asked the right questions IMO. It’s great to know the mindsets top players play with

[@Lotus_on_YT]

Awesome video, would love to see more FGC interviews from people in the scene. Doesn't necessarily have to be winners either.

[@kzg_veritas12]

Good to see Phi actually interview an actual and legitimate Tekken player for once And a veteran at that

[@drewgunner14]

He’s feeling sleepy while playing the tournament. Explains the sleepy face.

[@GGG_15]

That’s awesome insight great information thanks Phi🙏

[@garymichalles8383]

Damn, Ahsan Ali said he learnt something from AK in Combo Breaker, and AK is saying the same for him! Holy shit 😂

[@prancinfairy]

ak seems so chill nice interview

[@martyrofgrenth2136]

For the last question it would also be nice to know if there's a way for guys that are waiting at the final to remain warmed up? I mean, taking notes and maybe writing down/memorizing what the opponents are doing is great, but depending on how long the matches are, he could be sitting waiting to play for 30 minutes to 1 hour or so, then compete at the finals against someone that just finished a few games and is most likely warmed up 🤔 Either way awesome interview!

[@SkarjOS]

Finally a fun character wins a tournament

[@garymichalles8383]

All the characters are fun. If you go in with this mindset you'll have way more fun.

[@666slateran666]

The most boring character in the game = fun????

[@theopulentone1650]

Shaheen and fun do not mix.

[@SkarjOS]

@@666slateran666 ws3 loops, most practical side switch during combos, first practical charge attack in Tekken, skill expression with f,b2 for -13, most practical grey life deleting moves, most practical side switches in neutral, his lows can be made safer with frame perfect SNK cancels, etc... Say what you want about his personality but his gameplay is subjectively fun, and objectively unique

[@SkarjOS]

@@garymichalles8383 Yeah I'm just taking the piss because people still think Shaheen is boring because they haven't seen all the new stuff he got in T8

[@donelfabrigar4012]

Finally a 1on 1 interview with Ak.. thanks my man PhiDX

[@cmar601]

love the content you continue to give us

[@mistywarlord]

Wow phidx leveling up with amazing KZbin content for tekken audience and enthusiasts 👍🏻 good job ^^

[@demonportable]

Awesome interview bro ❤

[@JeadanPersona]

It was early Tekken 6 arcade days when I won over AK. I was screaming and shouting words while winning. Little did I know this kid was on the other side of the Arcade Cabinet. And just a week after that I cant win a single match. :) Go for the Champ AK!

[@ChristopherWaddelow]

It really grounds the pro players when AK says that he didn't know Shaheen could heat smash from crouch. Pro players aren't magic gurus who just know everything, they have to put in the work and learn just like everyone.

[@rambojohntv]

AK and PhiDX! 🔥🔥🔥

[@imeaniguess.6963]

14:11 The first time and only times he checks his phone breaks eye contact,shows signs of nervousness, rubbing his leg, etc the whole interview. 🤔

[@gee1731]

your comment shows you're much more affected than JDCR lmao give him a break it wasn't AKs fault

[@imeaniguess.6963]

@@gee1731 Why would I be affected? Just because you can’t deny what I write doesn’t mean you have to attempt an ad hominem. Oh, it does, because people nowadays lack logic. Maybe next time make a solid rebuttal. 😂 Ever tried that?

[@BambooMLBB]

This video i didn't expect🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@ThierLeader]

early gang. looking forward to this. thanks for the content. :)

[@joshuasarmiento9138]

Congrats, both of you beat arslan on stage

[@ML-yi3nh]

more of these! i loved the ones you did with Speedkicks on NA Tekken history and Knee's final T7 Tier list

[@newvirus12]

Our humble Tekken Champion. #ilabasangpogi 😎

[@gardonasta]

MAMÂ NA YUNG BATA NATIN, BOYS. Congrats, AK!

[@ivanjpineda]

This is awesome 🔥🔥🔥

[@Sernade-qx3tx]

Can't spell PhiDX without PHI-lippines

[@nero07the1stgenesis]

Gotta say this interview was done incredibly well.

[@iris089]

The Filipino accent is so strong 👍

[@mm-yq5dt]

I'm starting to think maybe aggressively risky is a Filipino Tekken thing... I do that too with Dragunov wr2 and unblockable

[@ceddiebear]

Nah it's a very Filipino gamer thing to have risky hyper aggression tactics that do lead to some dark-horse moments in esports LOL

[@13Kr4zYAzN13]

I *really* feel like it is There's several Filipinos in my local FGC, myself included. The *one* similar trait we all have is that we're all aggressive. Couple that with average Tekken play I see from the home country...I really feel like "aggressive" is in our blood. And if you want proof outside of FGC: Manny Pacquiao. Nuff sed lol

[@dankimus]

Phi is actually pioneering tekken content with this. I may be biased because I'm a fan of AK, but I'd love this to be the norm. Bringing the people aspect to the game.

[@rastfaliar9345]

Finally the edited ending is back ive missed it😊

[@yuri-eo9sv]

VERY COOL

[@m3lodeth]

Wow Phi great content! I do hope you'd be able to do this regularly with every champion you get to meet.

[@RenTheDragon1975]

As someone that has also being playing Tekken 8 since Tag 2 this was a cool interview ..... Please do more interviews ❤ I personally don't really like King Jae even though I am English Too (Subjective Opinion) ..... so to have someone I like doing these High Profile Interviews is Great. You are a great interviewer imo

[@PhiKnockBet]

Man that’s why AK look sleepy 😂

[@huzaifawajid4333]

6:45 I hope Ahsan Ali gets his visa acceptance a match with AK and Shaheen mirror would be insane.

[@Washi81]

Phi is the true Renaissance man - pro player, entertainer, journalist.

[@pogituna]

bring back josie for the philippines!!!

[@distritochristianangeloa.157]

Hope not. She can't even speak a Tagalog word

[@theproduction22]

Wait till they get a Filipina to voice her if they do bring her back.

[@kzg_veritas12]

No. Boring

[@AshflowEX]

AK THE JETLAG SLEEPY CHAMP

[@xXZero_MindXx]

Cool interview. AK and Doujin are the strongest representative in Philippines. Now we need a Talim DLC from Soul Calibur or bring Josie back.

[@ojsojs6004]

Good thing Doujin has a new sponsor

[@johnpascua3351]

@@ojsojs6004 Rangchu's old sponsor too!

[@Gmanu29]

AK and Doujin for sure. I wish though Doujin would play and focus with just 1 o 2 characters.

[@xXZero_MindXx]

@@Gmanu29 He should focus on Lars. I liked his Lars in Tekken 7.

[@joven999]

i’m a proud filipino

[@Dyleniz]

Hope this interview makes the new people in the community but it wont reach the KC fans.

[@Big_Lou0824]

Great interview overall. Good questions and happy that you broached that mishap and AK was willing to answer. Just my 2 cents for improvement - the background noise and the person crossing in front of the camera were a bit distracting, so maybe consider a podcast like setup in a small room? Other than that, awesome video as always 👍🏽

[@PhiDX]

Yeah, conditions were suboptimal. It's hard to get people locked down at these tournaments! But I will try to get better conditions in the future

[@HotETV]

What mic are you using? Your audio's superb!

[@PhiDX]

Hollyland Lark M2!

[@Jicozy]

Does AK change shirts? kidding aside, congrats again AK!

[@harnyaburslanwh0r]

If you think they have only one jersey lmao. They probably have 3-4

[@Gmanu29]

Can't wait to see his Navi shirt

[@OffDaYakk]

This is Goat lvl content phi 👌🤙

[@skwadboss]

shoutout to ahsan ali i still think hes top 3 in pakistan

[@azteckjumbie9344]

Did you ask about the plug?

[@jorgesmith2000]

Shaheen is safer and more dominant than law

[@aarontaglucop4147]

Philippines mentioned 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@momi.2.3]

Wow 8 seconds, first time coming this early.

[@Kuukeksi]

Haha sure

[@Quince477]

Pause

[@Andreslashfully]

Thats what she said

[@deadman6280]

OY!!!!! PILIPINES

[@WoLFw00Dygg]

New subscriber here.. Because of AK 👍🇵🇭