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Esports tournaments are always a place of high adrenaline rush. They are a prime example of why fans love attending them soo much. Watching their favorite players battle it out is always a treat to watch. However, things got a little too heated in an open bracket tournament of Dragon Ball FighterZ.

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This 2.5D fighting game is published by Bandai Namco. Furthermore, the title is available on all major platforms like PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. In the incident, one player decided to take up the fight from the controller to his own hands. And the gaming fans have come together to condemn his actions.

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Dragon Ball FighterZ tournament results in a brawl

During the proceedings of an open-bracket tournament, a player decided to matters into his own hands. The player met defeat during a match of Dragon Ball FighterZ. When the fans were cheering for the winner, the recently defeated player retaliated by trying to strike back at some fans. However, his attempts did not see completion then as he was subdued at the right time.

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But this was still an unfortunate incident to take place. Open bracket tournaments are a lot of fun as they let anyone sign up and compete for glory. However, this can also lead to players not accepting their defeat calmly. The player slammed the desk, threw his headphones away, and also broke his own fight stick.

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“So just because he’s 16 he gets to hit someone?” 

Fans are disappointed by the behavior of the gamer

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Many internet gamers denounced this effort at physical combat. They requested that the player be punished severely. It was also revealed that the furious participant was taken out of the event.

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The fans are also reminding each other that team spirit and mutual respect are keys in tournaments. A fist bump or accepting defeat gracefully are some common elements of an Esports tournament.

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What are your thoughts on a brawl taking place at an open bracket tournament of Dragon Ball FighterZ? Let us know in the comments section below.

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Ajitesh Rawat

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Ajitesh Rawat is a WNBA and College Basketball Writer at EssentiallySports, where he leads the outlet’s Strategy Desk. With a research-driven approach and a reader-first mindset shaped during his stint as a Content Analyst, he covers the mechanics of the game with depth and precision. From injury reports and roster depth charts to player trades and transfer portal moves, Ajitesh brings clarity to the decisions that shape outcomes. Known for highlighting under-covered talent across the women’s game, his reporting has also earned him a spot in ES’ Journalistic Excellence Program. Beyond basketball, Ajitesh’s versatility has seen him spearhead LPGA and LIV Golf coverage while contributing to esports and FPS gaming guides, a reflection of his background as both a game developer and digital strategist. That unique blend of technical expertise and editorial instinct allows him to navigate fast-moving sports landscapes while connecting fans to the tactical and cultural undercurrents driving the games they love.

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