Your Path Starts Here: Open Qualifier SA 

The road to Kickoff begins with the Open Qualifiers.

Whether you’re an established team looking to prove yourselves or an up-and-coming squad ready to make your mark, the Open Qualifiers are your opportunity to compete for a place in Kickoff APAC and take the next step in your competitive journey.

Open Qualifier Registration

Registration for the Open Qualifiers is now open.

Registration Link: Registration 
Registration Deadline: Friday, 13th November, 2026 | 12:00 PM IST
Open Qualifier Dates: 17th November 2026 - 20th November 2026

Teams are encouraged to register early and ensure all players meet the eligibility requirements before registration closes.

Who Can Compete?

To participate in the Open Qualifiers, players must meet the following competitive rank requirement:

Current Rank: Ascendent 1 or Higher 

Players must also satisfy all applicable residency, age, account, and competitive eligibility requirements outlined in the official tournament rules.

Tournament Format

The competition will begin with the Open Qualifiers, where registered teams will compete for a chance to advance to the next stage.

Open Qualifier

• Dates: 17th November 2026 - 20th November 2026
• Format: Swiss Stage
• Teams Advancing: 8 teams

Playoffs

• Dates: 23rd November - 29th November
• Format: 8 Team Double Elimination Bracket
• Qualified Teams: 2

Key Dates

Ready to Compete?

Gather your team, make sure you meet the eligibility requirements, and register for the Open Qualifiers before the deadline.

[REGISTER FOR THE OPEN QUALIFIER →]

Your journey starts here. Good luck, and we’ll see you on the server.

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