. an invitational showcase that brings together the top fighting game talent from around the world. The 2023 iteration of the event is set to be held in South Africa, and will see the country represented by four-time Red Bull: Hit the Streets Champion and mainstay of the South African Street Fighter scene, Jabhi Mabuza.
"By the time Street Fighter 5 came out, that's when I saw there was an eSports scene for this," Mabuza said. eSports refers to competitive video game competitions and tournaments that take place across multiple video game genres and titles. A multi-billion dollar industry, it has seen it grow a larger presence in South Africa with greater focus on players, events and organisations.
While Mabuza enjoys a notable eSports career, he ensures that he balances it with his personal and professional life."I have to work out my time. When I met my wife, she knew what I was into so it wasn't a surprise when she sees me practising. It's all about making time," Mabuza said. A family man through and through, Mabuza said that the limited gaming time he has for practice must be used to maximum effectiveness.