Professional Street Fighter 6 player, Daikoku, has been announced to be leaving his current organization, VARREL's, Street Fighter division. This came in a short statement where VARREL stated that Daikoku will represent the company for the last time as a player at Evo Japan 2025.
While he will no longer play for them or be part of their Street Fighter League team, he will remain as a member of staff.
The statement reads:
"We are pleased to announce that Daikoku will be leaving the VARREL Street Fighter division. He continued to support the team as the "pillar" of the SF division in 2024, and played many memorable matches, especially in the SF League, making him a beloved presence among many fans.
"From now on, he will be working at VARREL as a support staff member for the team. Please look forward to VARREL Daikoku's further achievements.
"Furthermore, EVO JAPAN, which will be held from May 9th, will be his last match as a member of the company.
"Thank you for your support."