Defending champion bows out of tournament
In news that shocked the fighting game community, TheStreet Fighter VCapcom Cup 2016 champion, NuckleDu, announced on Twitter that he is unlikely to return to the event to defend his title.
NuckleDu (Du Dang) claimed victory at the event last December, automatically qualifying him for entry at the 2017 tournament, to be held in Calfornia on the weekend of December 8. Du has partaken in the CPT events throughout the year, collecting enough CPT points to place him third in the global rankings.

NuckleDu may not be attending Capcom Cup 2017[Twitter]
I most likely won’t be attending Capcom Cup 2017. Talked to Capcom, and they support my decision completely. Waiting to hear back from Team Liquid. I appreciate everyones support throughout the year. Thank you!

— Du Dang (@LiquidNuckleDu)Jul 29, 2025







