SFV: Echo Fox Tokido vs PG Punk - EVO 2017 Grand Final - CPT2017

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[@i8ikura888]

Who's here after he won EVO 2024

[@mickylindsay1811]

Can't think of anyone who deserved it more. Punk. Da. God.

[@dicoslash2093]

I was going to ask the same, I am here for punk 7 years later

[@NateAnd15]

Yessir😅😅😅

[@radiosurgery1802]

LETS FUCKING GO PUNK EVO CHAMP

[@LowlifeLeek1]

Our goat did it he finally won 🥲

[@GaleonGuitar]

4:08 Tokido's taunt combo 10:10 Tokido resets the bracket 12:00 PERFECT 15:15 Raging Demon

[@hagbardceline711]

10:10 Tokido resets the bracket Wrong timestamp or what?

[@hagbardceline711]

Nevermind.. This was round start?

[@GaleonGuitar]

@@hagbardceline711 - Yeah, the timestamp was for the round start and then he resets the bracket.

[@eclipse5393]

Taunt -> Reset -> Perfect -> Raging Demon Finish -> 3-0 -> Victory This was the worst beating Punk ever got. Tokido is a monster

[@PrideSP]

For Punk, this was the worst beating ever. For Tokido, this was Sunday.

[@RobertoReyes-lw2xx]

Getting beat in front of thousands of people must be like torture, punk just wanted it to end that's why he wansn't taking his time in between sets (Sorry for my bad english)

[@sharkquisha3407]

@@RobertoReyes-lw2xx nah I think he was just ambitious and wanted to get a runback.

[@maverickhunterstupidiocy7779]

correction: tokido is a demon. but the good kind.

[@JaiHall]

Absolute Monsta!😝🦍

[@kanakei3408]

Tokido's Japanese message [English] Of course, I appreciate the fans who supports me. More than that, I really appreciate all the players who played against me to defeat each other, to improve skills each other. Thank you very much! [Japanese] 応援してくれたファンの皆さんももちろん、やっぱり、僕と対戦してくれて本当にお互いがお互いを倒すべく、お互いが自分を上達させるべく、対戦してくれた人たちに本当にありがとうと言いたいです。ありがとうございました！

[@eckehareckbert2731]

Thanks

[@Mike.325]

Kana Kei thank u

[@elijahlindain5376]

24:50

[@BulletFever1]

@None of That Matters Bro How is that arrogant whatsoever

[@Gold_Lightan]

Yep, he is humble. Practically thanking his opponents for win or lose, it helped him grow as a player. Good sh*t

[@44tharia46]

it’s been two years and “fighting game is something so great” still makes me tear up

[@Sp3llmen]

I’m so happy this loss didnt crush his spirit. Punk finally got to claim his evo champion title

[@inebriatedshrimp]

Redemption for our goat 🐐 😭

[@TonyJrMl2]

BLACK PEOPLE

[@YohAquino2]

Tokido should be an alternate costume for Akuma

[@daniboyboladao4604]

agree

[@user-hd9iw8xt9k]

YohAquino2 lol

[@AdamantMindset]

shit i have no idea why i laughed so much reading this but hell yea

[@michaelchr4239]

hahhahaha!

[@jimmicrackhead12]

but Akumas not a pussy

[@dorkasaurus_rex]

How is this still so hype in 2019? I was there in person and I'll never forget that Raging Demon.

[@Kara-de5cz]

AND PEOPLE THOUGHT THAT AKUMA WASN'T TOP TIER UNTIL EVO

[@dereknguyen7584]

Kara This may be late, but this is Tokido we’re talking about

[@kashaunmorris2179]

What a strange question. You ask how this is still so hype while also stating the unforgettable moment...

[@Ser-Smiley]

Its still hype to me in 2021

[@spongebob-wd9zg]

@@Kara-de5cz I don't think there's ever been a sf where akuma wasn't top tier lmao

[@kazucherries]

Fighting games are great.

[@forcebrand4678]

zelda Old meme, it's so dead now.

[@O1OO1O1]

Yes they are.

[@SenatorDoom44]

@@forcebrand4678 it's not a meme it's an iconic moment

[@glennselves7718]

I've known this fact for 30 years

[@sonialittle4300]

@@forcebrand4678 zoo was ggggggfddsdddfggujjjjjjffggffd

[@HawkofLight007]

Tokido is the champion that we needed, hopefully he sets an example for what a true champion looks like, hard work, dedication, respect, and humbleness even in victory. 👏👏👏👍👍

[@TheOxiongarden]

JamRock Bless He is probably talking about the taunting US champions

[@dcagepcutta6488]

Ilikeindimusic i agree. Since the akuma dlc nobody has worked harder. By nx year daigo will have perfected that guile. Scary

[@jesseturner4607]

Ilikeindimusic it’s just a video game yo relax

[@roskichan3001]

@@jesseturner4607 just like... It's just Boxing relax! Or it's just NBA finals! Relax! Awesome!

[@NFTaddict]

The champion that you need? Well he plays Akuma mate... I appreciate people with more refined options.

[@Yukari_MAiG]

"Fighting game is something so great" Congratulations Tokido-san!! You deserve it! And James Chen shed the tears once again. All the feeling, unlike nowhere else except EVO.

[@VictorCreedGaming]

So well deserved by Tokido.

[@WutTheDeuceGaming]

Yukari MAiG James made it through the stream last year, but not this year. He got me watching it live. He's such a great guy, I love him

[@Yukari_MAiG]

I love him too. His passion for the FGC, regardless of the game is unreal. How can anybody hate him.

[@WutTheDeuceGaming]

every great person has their share of haters unfortunately. I'm confused as to why people do as well. I mean c'mon, he's an archive of dad jokes and he's so genuine.

[@jackdaniel8973]

USA IS FREE

[@LuisOliva95]

I've been a Tokido fan since I saw those crazy Akuma setups he had back in SFIV. Then I started playing SFV and became more and more involved into the FGC so I found out that he was going to EVO for more than a decade and when e-league happened it was the first time I acknowledge what kind of person Tokido was, is and perhaps, will be thanks to this "introduction videos". First watching him working so hard in season 1 with Ryu just to lost almost everytime against Infiltration (he only defeated him in 2016 CEO). Then, in the begining of season 2 Akuma camed back and he started to improve and understand so good this character but then Nuckledu appeared and he would be that new guy that will stop him from winning just until now. Now I literally couldn't believe what I was witnessing today, this dude defeated both capcom cup champions of 2015 and 2016 and also defeated the current best new player. Watching this event was almost a dream becoming true, the guy that fought and trained like a mad man for more than a decade overcomed his demons and found light at the end tunnel, it was simply amazing and will be for me one of the best matches and why not one of the best days in the history of SFV forever. (Sorry for my bad english I'm still in the shock of the moment)

[@Saintmadman]

I have been a Tokido fan since SFIV myself. I wanted to do the vortex like Tokido so bad. His journey is amazing, he is the one who deserved the win the most!

[@LuisOliva95]

Absolutely agree with you, for a moment it felt like I was the one who won EVO. This man is the definition of consistency and self-improvement.

[@naldjpm]

Luis Oliva thumbs up buddy. He's my guy too. Congrats to us. This Evo was just incredible for me as a fan. ;)

[@LuisOliva95]

Cheers man, yeah this evo was way better than last year's and who knows how will be next year. Fighting games are the best!

[@Retroman2000]

Luis Oliva that man stole my heart when I seen him destroy the entire five-on-five USA team at Evolution 2002 playing 3rd Strike using just urien... One by one.

[@holyelixir4580]

I was getting flashbacks to this after the bracket reset in sf6. Congrats king you did what no other USA player could do.

[@sabagisara]

This is legendary match, will never get old. The rivalry, the taunt, the raging demon, fantastic crowd! One of the best SF match in history

[@kelvin303]

SFV is better than 6.. game was soo good

[@phantomgg7790]

I Watch this nearly a year later and to this day it still gives me chills as i recognize it as one of the greatest esports moments ever across all platforms. The story of one of the original legends, who was always just "short" of being the best, finally coming to his finals, and claiming it all to engrave his name forever.

[@1DAR26]

This was Shin Tokido debut. Watch out everyone.

[@robgeorge4581]

The Year of Tokido is going to begin. But in Season 3, Capcom is going to nerf the shit out of Akuma because that's what they do.

[@chm2]

Watching this in Spring 2024 tryna get hyped for Akuma. Fighting games. It's something so great!

[@kevl0rneswath]

Tokido finally breaks his 2nd place curse and as a bonus every American's heart too. Fighting games is something so great. -Tokido

[@fraydizs7302]

Dont know why you'd be so hateful against Americans, most of us like Tokido actually...

[@UNKNWN96]

A lot of people will say Punk choked, but my God I've never seen Tokido this on point in my life. It was as though Tokido was manipulating Punk's decision making. For example, just look at how Tokido positions himself during the beginning of the set vs. the end. At first, he relies heavily on Punk's mistakes to finds way for offense and takes more of a defensive approach. But it soon evolves to him relentlessly walking forward when he smells blood and Punk crumbled under Tokido's pressure. Also, when Tokido had him cornered and just stood there daring Punk to press a button is just dominant! Congrats to Tokido for such clean play and I really hope that Punk gets a run back soon.

[@roderickhclouden5107]

Nah Takido had this match. I study these games back with Sega lol. Akuma is and has always been a tank with speed. When u can chain special atks back to back thats at least 35%-40%. Then include that arieral move that can either grab you in mid air or let u land into a sweep..lmao. nah man. We not even going to include the jumo switch up that opens with mid air fireballs. I don't think Fox with Karin had any chance. U have to basically allow Karin to keep it all close to mid range.

[@ozzyosbourne5866]

He kept on jumping and changing his aerial approaches. He also was jumping over punk to test his decision making, it was to much to deal with in a high pressure situation & also jumping over punk gave him space so he wasn't cornered

[@samiurai0]

4:12 - "The taunt?! He did a taunt on Punk in the grand finals of EVO?!" Lol never gets old.

[@tylerb3023]

Man Punk almost let Evo 2024 slip through his fingers that last set

[@naldjpm]

I can't stop watching this. Tokido is my absolute favorite. Sent to losers by Punk. Fights his way through Haitani, Fchamp, Du, Itazan, and Kazunoko, for a run back at grand finals against Punk. Wow. I love this year's Evo. Congratulations to my favorites for all performing so well. Tokido, FChamp, and Chen. No Eita though.

[@WhoIsRah]

naldjpm man fchamp needs to win something he always gets so close it makes me sad.

[@azalealinwell7919]

this loser is one of those best losers bracket run of all time. those guys he fought with can easily become evo that year.

[@vulcan422]

Punk could not have prepared himself for the force of nature that is Shin Tokido. He will be haunted by recurring nightmares of 15:22 for years to come.

[@biggdick100]

LOL! 😂

[@howardmueller1535]

Dead 💀💀💀🤣🤣🤣

[@Richy.hendrix]

Look at Punk now!!!

[@vulcan422]

@@Richy.hendrix The 7 year curse has finally ended. He conquered the demon and vanquished his nightmares.

[@runbitch55]

Chen's tears man, it really moves a man's heart to see another old man cry. What a fcking god tokido is, I was so pumped for him that I felt like I won myself. He deserves it, truly he does.

[@BlackTylerOG]

This is still the greatest evo grand finals I’ve ever witnessed. Fighting games are most assuredly great

[@KillerTacos54]

Congrats Tokido. Definitely my favourite street fighter player or any player for fighting games ever. Just such an inspiration guy

[@jahanzaibjamshed6853]

what about sonic fox?

@@jahanzaibjamshed6853 Get that furfag outta here

[@ReloSelect]

This was the most insane Street Fighter 5 match

[@K0nc3pt10n]

This was good, but but I think the most insane was FChamp vs Tokido.

[@catalystz]

LHAK I agree I think fchamp vs tokido was this year's best sfv match

[@SpaghettiCop]

K0nc3pt10n those v reversal parries were insane.

[@K0nc3pt10n]

For real

[@ultimatemeepo]

Considering how capcom is burying this game its great that it ended with a bang

[@dacelticcross]

Haven't played a streetfighter game since the Snes but I have been glued to all the matches...pure brilliance.

[@Rocwell]

I'm so happy. Incredible performance by Tokido, so glad he finally won the Evo Championship. Punk had a tremendous showing as well and is arguably the best player in the US right now. Hopefully he learns a lesson from this L and continues working to improve himself. See you guys at Capcom Cup :)

[@newageblack2663]

Rocwell #chokedagod

[@rafaelarguello2171]

Arguably the best in the world

[@zedetach]

Nerves. That's the only thing he needs to work on.

[@CEOTOON]

Rafael Arguello false

[@jonasfadi8213]

​@@CEOTOONName someone better from the us

[@horneybadger86]

Punk just fell apart after the reset. The mental strength is not there. Tokido's experience won him this game

[@fianle]

He kept rushing back into the matches instead of taking time to relax and collect himself. I was honestly surprised last night when I saw that they went right into the next game after the bracket was reset.

[@artistryartistry7239]

What do you mean the mental strength is not there? That's a dumb statement. This guy is top 1 or 2 in the world right now. You don't get to that position without mental strength. This is his first EVO finals and he was overtaken by the moment. Every single great champion has had moments where they falter. They are not "Weak," they are human -- it happens. He needs to keep playing and keep competing on these big stages and he'll be fine. It's part of the process any seasoned competitor goes through.

[@noctantis]

It's not a dumb statement. He faltered when Tokido didn't. So, Punk's mental strength just wasn't there. YET. Granted, this is against Tokido who has been at this stage before and had the momentum against him time and again. If there was anyone for Punk to crumble to, it'd be him. At the age of 18, experience will only make Punk better and better and he'll be back next year much stronger.

[@exitar33]

It's amazing how this happens to many first time event competitors in any sport or form of competition. Punks collapse is similar to Rory Mcllroy's last round in the 2011 Masters.

[@WutTheDeuceGaming]

It was pretty clear. He wasn't playing like he normally plays. It was so obvious to me. I wanted Tokido to win because he's been working for this for a decade plus. That being said, I asked myself tons of times, "WTF is Punk doing?" He was playing way too passive and allowing Tokido to control the screen. I mean if you've seen Punk play at all, you would know that something was up. I don't think I've ever seen him play near fullscreen like that for that long in a single set, but he did it in both sets in that GF. Granted Tokido is great in his own right, but Punk was just allowing himself to get bullied the whole time. That role is usually Punk's.

[@dropdead.1]

7 years later punk beats Tokido in pools and wins evo

[@friendly1870]

determination

[@beam5655]

Top 24*

[@theexaltedlt8222]

After almost a decade! PUNK BEATS TOKIDO IN POOLS AND GETS TO GRANDS TO WIN IN 2024. LETS GO PUNK

[@Stormtrooper-oc4vn]

16 years in the making😭😭😭😭

[@kagerou254]

This is tokido's third EVO title. He won CVS2 and ST too

[@Stormtrooper-oc4vn]

Incross f2f yeah but for the moment he deserves this more then anyone he should of retired on stage i think so

[@Stormtrooper-oc4vn]

Incross hes been in the game for sooo long he can still play them lol but diago did that once kuroda, Nuki, hell even alex valle and yes they still play tournaments but not like before.... remember that title of the five gods of japan isnt going anywhere. tokido established himself already what else does he need to prove to us who he is

[@RedMageR90]

15:22 4 years after... And that raging demon still gives me the chills! I remember catching this moment live with my brother and we totally lost it from the moment we saw those jabs

[@ReptileMonitor]

It was not just download complete this time... Tokido even installed Punk playstyle software on his head and ran a battle simulation. I almost feel sorry for Punk, God Damn!

[@RenanBrito_]

Punk is always so disrespectful to every others fighters, but when you're facing Tokido, you just lay down... Punk is one of the great ones, but Tokido is simply a Genius

[@WanH80]

Serves him right.

[@rentaku2692]

The two demons of sf: Daigo in SF4 Tokido in SFV

[@darrylaz3570]

REDEMPTION DAY HAS ARRIVED FOR PUNK

[@MARPOLO13]

I won't lie, these grand finals had me torn. I wanted to root for Punk and see America finally take an evo SF win, but Tokido is also one of my favorite SF players all time. And even though Punk won't ever see this, I just have to say, with such a performance since he has jumped onto the scene and at only 18, if he can keep it up and get the experience that these veterans like Tokido have, he is going to have a really nice career ahead of him. Now onto the runback, EVO Japan!

[@stockingfanboy]

HE DID IT

[@yassinettahri4539]

'Fightning Games are Great' James Chen make me cry T-T

[@mads4118]

I'm happy for Tokido. I've watched him place 2nd 3rd and 4th in so many evos over the years. In KOF, SFIV, Guilty Gear. He finally got the big prize. imo the greatest fighting game player ever, nobody has been great in that many games. Finally got his 1st

[@Vethelot]

Tokido: I body him

[@LowlifeLeek1]

My goat finally won evo after so many years 😭🥲🇺🇸

[@Jin_Kazamas_IV]

James and Steve! BEST duo commentator EVER here on sf, killer instinct and EVERYWHERE #Congrats_TokiDo

[@canudeiro]

This was the best EVO grand finals ever.

[@dorkasaurus_rex]

It really was.. Beats even the SF4 Grand finals for me. Everything was completely firing on all cylinders with the amazing production, the commentators were on point, the storyline either way was amazing, and people literally thought there was no tech in this game until this match

[@thefluff5728]

SFV has so many issues, but sets like this give me hope for it. This was awesome.

[@JNPSachiel]

I am back here before EVO 2022. This match still gives me goosebumps

[@jinkazama7587]

Another chapter of Evolution has come to a close.

[@goldenface2688]

The taunt win, prefect and demon destroyed Punk mentally. Anyone who received that result would second guess themselves. Can't really blame him. Tokido is so used to the pressure of the big stage too.

[@mikaile27]

Congratulations Tokido! Your work ethic, dedication , and resolve is an inspiration. A true model for all professional gamers to look up to! \m/

[@MrRighteous2]

3 years later,James Chen’s iconic words, “It’s all slipping away from him!” Truly legendary

[@fures101]

This is probably the best modern Evo final ever!!

[@uchiha203]

Damn, watching it for the first time now. Tokido is the one I was mimicing and following before during the glory days of sf4 since I'm an Akuma main. He never became champion before but he was definitely my personal idol. I stopped playing for years and seeing him won makes me emotional. Congrats Tokido, truly a wonderful dedication.

[@pandkar89]

The fact that James Chen got so emotional makes FGs and the FGC that much more important to the world. 😋

[@Xaekid]

It wouldn't be EVO's grand finals without James crying at the end.

[@GamerofGamesGG]

Where's that love button? Like is not enough.

[@cinetic_]

1 year later, Punk is still trying to recover.

[@bena5150]

3 years later, Punk is still trying to recover.

[@loveliestfawn]

@@bena5150 And now he's a champion. :)

[@Freevo_Lowse]

so happy to see Tokido take this, his experience and talent gave him the edge here. He had an advantage of being in Punks head especially after he won 10-0 in casuals, that taunt combo was executed perfectly. Punk has no doubt got what it takes, he's young and he can grow from this loss.

[@thetylife]

Tokido has officially surpassed Daigo as the ambassador of SF....He has matured and changed over the years. His attitude and competitive spirit is what this is all about. Tokido is Akuma and Akuma is Tokido...Together they are a monster and so entertaining. I salute you Tokido !!!!

[@rougalb3377]

tokido and akuma. Hard work really pays off. He deserve to be Evo champ. Punk really crumble after the reset. 1st timer jitters. he still have next year...

[@TheF4kE]

One of the best EVO finals ever! Awesome!

[@MrDreamer60]

Well done tokido. Been watching you for years and so happy you ve made it to the top. I know how hard you ve worked .

[@dccee6068]

I only watched the match and not the interview thereafter so I missed the “ I have Mago” statement. Sooo heartwarming.

[@zaphyy]

I've always been super casual when it cames to SFV (I play Smash) but this match was honestly so incredible. I plan to start learning SFV and hopefully get involved with the community. Congrats to Tokido! His run was so inspiring

[@danielvutran]

fighting game, is something, so great

[@abreu5126]

akuma is back

[@him9952]

I LOVE IT THAT TOKIDO WON but I must say that the emotions experienced by Punk will only fuel his training and conviction for next year's Evo or other tournaments btw love the booing on some of the NA players that came in Top 8

[@friendly1870]

prophecy fulfilled

[@cheeseynz]

Best games ever. So much hype. I was so lucky to be there. An unforgettable experience

[@mikealbert728]

Tokido was the better man this day. Punk is probably still the best right now though. He is very consistent. I can't think of anyone who has made more finals at major tournys this season. His ability to play multiple characters right below the highest level shows are great understanding of the the games mechanics. Punk just couldn't take the pressure of the moment. He didn't play well. A lot of uncharacteristic drops and letting Tokido jump in way too much. Punk is kinda like Infiltration in season 1. He's been pretty dominant most of the season and people are constantly looking at footage and preparing for a Karin match. And now every Karin is playing more like Punk, just like all the Nash clones in season 1, so people can get plenty of training. Congrats to Tokido on a well deserved victory.

[@cheeseynz]

Mike Albert I'll agree with you there. Punk is not used to dealing with pressure as he is always the one dishing it out. This will come with experience like Tokido. Clutch matches against Itazan and Fchamp in losers to get to grand final. Fantastic mental fortitude

[@-ninjanOodlez]

Man I feel bad for Punk. I'd so give him a hug right now. He can't be too hard on himself like that. =/ A guy his age and making it that far in EVO losing only once is an amazing feat in itself.

[@earlofthesea]

He lost twice though.

[@-ninjanOodlez]

I stand corrected, but you get the gist of what I'm saying.

[@auggirangel8829]

Only 18 imagine what he can accomplish in 5yrs

[@ksmart1235]

Same, but he's a great player that I'm imagining

[@user-bj9dh8ln2s]

15:19 awesome jump!!

[@brgulker]

That interview was amazing. Great Top 8!

[@crownlessking6436]

That Raging Demon was beautiful

[@FeliciaFan_]

"It's always fun to kill a God." ~ Akuma

[@maibhawj]

Maximillion dood going nuts at 11:41 lol

[@itol2201]

Lol, I thought that was him at first, too.

[@zack1140]

Mai Her LOL

[@justlloyd7881]

🤣 🤣

[@g0blinfractal472]

Fuck that shill

[@fightingforce8498]

That's actually violent ken.

[@MrSpaceman112]

punk was so nervous after the reset

[@WutTheDeuceGaming]

martin mallari he was far before that

[@budafuka]

He was like that during pools too. This being Evo definitely got to him and he finally cracked in GF. Probably doesn't help that he was playing sets with Tokido all week prior to the event and reportedly got bodied most of the time.

[@Desperate4changing]

martin mallari never seen Punk so 'unpunk'... Normally he's making funny faces and gestures.

[@siberus48]

Nervous after the reset? He was nervous before the first game even started. Look at his face while he is walking up to the stage LOL he is defeated before it has even begun.

[@jesseturner4607]

siberus48 he’s 18 the last American standing. Oh sure no pressure at all he just has the weight of America on his shoulders nothing to worry about right?

[@h.brickers1169]

According to legend the raging demon himself once said: “Fighting game are something so great” May the man infested with the satsui no hado live on forever

[@IRenegadEEEEE]

I watched EVO 2016 top 8 loosely it was so dull. Tokido made 2k17 so hype I was gripped by it. Both of these guys hearts were in it and you felt it. What an amazing top 8 and grand finals

[@yurisales6575]

I love when someone crushes Punk's huge ego.

[@WanH80]

Serves him right.

[@jeppyjep]

Atleast he got ego with skills

[@friendly1870]

things have changed. hes changed. and my opinion of him has too

[@Aurkus23]

Damn seeing Punk at the end actually kinda hurt.

[@newageblack2663]

Aurkus23 fuck him #chokedagod

[@gayluigipower]

It was his first evo, and he could have been champion on his first try. I feel him.

[@PrimeKeroHS]

Aurkus23 I was actually happy to see him like this. Not because I like seeing someone hurt, but because he's usually so smug and cocksure about himself and how good he is, that this will humble him. And will be great character building. He will come back even stronger, and I look forward to this.

[@virtuoso1505]

Punk needs more life experience. He was acting so childish all butt-hurt in front of the camera. I get it, but once you gain some life experience you can put that behind you and smile for the winner rather than dwell in your loss. I totally understand the heartbreak (I play chess competitively), but dude has to show a little more reserve.

[@chistophersapp2888]

Virtuoso1 Ehh I don't think you can knock him for that. There are plenty of grown athletes that cry like that in defeat on the big stage (Allen Iverson when getting eliminated, Josh Norman after losing the Super Bowl etc.). Those guys were much older than Punk and no one at all knocked them for it. People actually enjoyed seeing the emotion for the most part because it shows the passion. I'm not sure why we wouldn't feel the same way about Punk especially when he congratulated To kick immediately after the loss.

[@Predator-zn1ug]

"The Murder Face"

[@xerostriker9735]

Months later and I still enjoy watching this set. Well fought Tokido!

[@calypso4882]

The raging demon is why Akuma will forever be my favourite character. Just listen to how hype everyone was for it.

[@Squareslug]

Still amazing after all these years.

[@wanderinglibra7820]

I watched this all night...it was worth it :)

[@MondyHightower]

same

[@dereka415]

Tokido! My two favorite players in the Grand Finals. Ever since he used Ryu from SFv release, I knew he would be great and win EVO eventually. Punk has many great years left and this is just the beginning.

[@disonalvan]

funny how whenever one of them gets to the corner my mind instantly goes "watch out for drive impact O_O"

[@ZzFactorzZ]

if only tokido did the "demon" pose to the crowd after the gootecks interview, I would've lost it

[@elim9054]

The craziest part of this grands was how good Punk was doing up until he faced Tokido. He absolutely steamrolled everyone else in winner's bracket, but after Tokido took the first set it was basically already over.

[@NeopaladinXD]

I have never seen someone use that EX DP into v-trigger 50/50 set up so well. Took the round and kept the pressure on Punk. Tokido is the Demon. Congrats Tokido-san, you are a legend!

[@4rtM4rcus]

Ive never rewound a KZbin video so much, a PHENOMENAL match. Tokido deserved that after all he'd given to the game. Daigo might be a god but Tokido is a King, relatable, respectable and goddamed royalty! Love you Tokido, RIP Punk

[@starshineraiser6729]

I love Tokido, love Akuma, congratulations, man.

[@Ner0-Angel0]

I cant believe, he beat Punk... damn... maybe he using the satsui no hadou, we can call him, Shin-Tokido.

[@Gunvillain]

Punk wakes up from nightmares. Sweating, in tears, crying out one name. Tokido.

[@stud1o699]

We will miss them when they're gone

[@EKEN55]

What a fight. I love the raging demon from Tokido in set two. Great job to Punk as well.

[@coreym8145]

perfect match... tokido, hell of a player. deserves it so much

[@aaronsoto4622]

man...that was one hell of a finish. I love how he finished all those matches with an elite finish.

[@SirAntawn]

I'm so happy for Tokido, you can see his passion for the game.