Time： 2025-08-12 16:13 (UTC)
About the Tournament
StarLadder StarSeries Fall 2025: European Qualifier is a European closed qualifier where 16 teams will compete for limited spots in the main StarSeries event. The tournament is organized by StarLadder, known for its long-standing tradition of hosting world-class esports championships.
The bracket will feature both renowned teams and promising lineups, providing them with a chance to reach the top level. The format promises intense competition over five days, with each match being crucial for advancing to the main stage.
Comment from ink-mate
Ink-mate himself emphasized that this is an important step in his development as a streamer and commentator:
First time buying broadcasting rights. I will be the sole Russian caster.
Sergey "ink-mate" Shevchenko
A Historic Moment
For many viewers, it was surprising that the Ukrainian studio StarLadder sold rights to a Russian-language broadcast amidst a full-scale war. Yet, the exclusive casting rights went to a Ukrainian — ink-mate.
This creates an intriguing scenario: Russian-speaking viewers will have the opportunity to watch the tournament with commentary from a Ukrainian representative, and the blogger's fans will hear him in a new, professional format.
Context and Significance
The emergence of independent streamers as official commentators for major tournaments is rare in the
This move could pave the way for other media personalities who wish to try their hand in this role. For ink-mate, it's an opportunity to reach a new audience, and for Russian-speaking fans, a chance to hear their favorite blogger in a professional setting.
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