ZETA Division’s Road Fighter participant Kakeru ‘Kakeru‘ Watanabe has introduced his retirement from aggressive play.
The Capcom Cup 11 champion has cited a “neural dysfunction” behind the choice to cease competing.
“The group and I’ve fastidiously mentioned the chances for persevering with my actions sooner or later, however I judged that it could be troublesome to proceed as a participant,” stated Kareku.
“I’ll go away ZETA Division by the tip of the yr and can concentrate on recovering my well being going ahead.”
Kakeru started competing in Road Fighter esports in 2021, competing throughout a number of high-profile occasions.
After profitable Capcom Cup 11 in March, Kakeru cemented his place as considered one of Japan’s greatest Road Fighter gamers with a second-place end at Evo 2025.
ZETA Division In Road Fighter
Since getting into Road Fighter in 2024, ZETA Division has 9 gamers competing in varied tournaments.
The organisation at the moment sits in fourth place within the Road Fighter League Professional-JP 2025 common season. 12 groups from throughout Japan are competing within the common season, with the highest three groups from every division securing qualification to the playoffs.
The winner of the league earns direct qualification to the SFL World Championship 2025 and the lion’s share of a ¥15m (~£73,725) prize pool.
Because of Kakeru’s retirement, ZETA Division has recruited ‘Yamaguchi‘ to its SFL roster. The participant has continued to climb by the ranks, scoring a prime 12 end at Evo France 2025.
Kakeru departs Road Fighter esports as one of many title’s most profitable gamers, profitable $1.4m (~£1.05m) over the course of his profession. Esports Insider needs him nicely in his restoration.
