Monday, 6 October 2025

Gamers Set the Pace at Rosebank Mall in First Heat of MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience

The 2025 MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience kicked off in style at Rosebank Mall this June, drawing a crowd of sharp players and eager spectators. Competitors battled it out across multiple titles including EAFC 25™, Beat Saber and Rocket League, with winners earning Rosebank Mall gift cards and a chance to compete at the National Finals at Canal Walk in September.

EAFC:

1st Place: Imraan Williams | 23 years old

2nd Place: Hamza Moosa | 16 years old

3rd Place: Zahir Patel | 21 years old

Beat Saber:

Avian Du Plessis | 24 years old

School Tournament: EAFC:

1st Place: Obshepeng Makshe | 17 years old | Parkview High School

2nd Place: Dithefo Ledwaba | Parkview Senior Primary

The MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience continues at The Glen, Johannesburg, from 27 to 29 June. Visit acgl.gg/mtnshift to enter online or sign up in-mall.

Remaining Tournament Dates & Venues:

The Glen – Online Qualifier: 22 Jun | In-Centre Event: 27 – 29 Jun

Table Bay Mall – Online Qualifier: 13 Jul | In-Centre Event: 18 – 20 Jul

Clearwater – Online Qualifier: 3 Aug | In-Centre Event: 8 – 10 Aug

Capegate – Online Qualifier: 31 Aug | In-Centre Event: 5 – 7 Sep

Canal Walk – Online Qualifier: 7 Sep | In-Centre Event: 17 – 21 Sep

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