Arslan Siddique, widely known as Arslan Ash, has emerged as a prominent figure in the world of Tekken 7, serving as a source of inspiration for the Pakistani gaming community. With an impressive track record of winning the Evo championship four times, he has undoubtedly left an indelible mark in the annals of gaming history, effectively thrusting Pakistan into the global esports limelight.
Nonetheless, Arslan Ash recently took to X, formerly Twitter, to express his profound frustration concerning his Pakistani passport, which currently ranks at a discouraging 100th place in the Passport Rankings, trailing behind even countries like Yemen and Somalia, positioned at 99th place.
Sometimes, I really wish I didn't have a Pakistani passport
— Arslan Ash (@ArslanAsh95) September 5, 2023
In a candid tweet, Ash, who also clinched a remarkable $500,000 prize at the Nations Cup in South Korea in July, shared his heartfelt sentiment: “Sometimes, I really wish I didn’t have a Pakistani passport.” This poignant statement stems from his well-documented struggles, which include visa rejections and travel impediments while representing Pakistan in international gaming competitions.
Arslan Ash’s tweet triggered a spectrum of reactions across various social media platforms. Some individuals resonated with his challenges and openly shared their own experiences of despair, while others reminded him of his triumphant journeys to countries such as Japan and South Korea, where he accomplished remarkable feats despite holding a Pakistani passport.
Here are a selection of the responses to Arslan Ash’s tweet:
Sometimes, I really wish I didn't have a Pakistani passport
— Arslan Ash (@ArslanAsh95) September 5, 2023
this is so saddening man. best E-Sports player in the world is saying this, of course knowing his struggles and all https://t.co/K9rc2WLPbr
— Meer Memon (@obsessivelyever) September 6, 2023
The greatest Tekken player ever and even he cant avoid the problems of Pakistani passport https://t.co/ChlpDhtHqP
— Darth Awan (@gooner_saad) September 5, 2023
Bohat taraqqi ho rahi hai. Our top e-gamers can't get visas for competitions. https://t.co/Mprr60dIKa
— 804 (@Rizwow) September 5, 2023
The precise reasons behind Arslan Ash’s frustration with his Pakistani passport remain undisclosed. However, recent reports suggest that he may have encountered visa-related issues, shedding light on the complexities and barriers that individuals with certain passports face in the world of international travel and competition.
