Kakeru releases statement about what's next for him
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Key Points:
- Kakeru won the $1,000,000 grand prize at Capcom Cup 11 with JP but later retired due to serious health issues, leading to a lack of players pushing JP to his level since then.
- He was nominated for the Best Esports Athlete award at The Game Awards 2025 but did not win, and he has relinquished his qualified slot for the upcoming Capcom Cup 12 Finale.
- Kakeru announced on X that he has no plans to return to competitive gaming or pursue full-time streaming, though he will continue enjoying Street Fighter 6 as a single player.
- He revealed that his pro-era YouTube videos are currently private due to rights issues and shared his intention to focus on
