India, Nov. 15 -- A team of Malaysian gamers aged between 52 and 64 has proved that competitive gaming is not just for youngsters after defeating Japan to win Asia's first live international senior e-sports tournament. The five-member team, known as Old Guards, emerged victorious at Silver Showdown 2026, held in Singapore on November 14.

According to a report by The Straits Times, the tournament brought together senior gamers from Malaysia, Japan, Singapore and Chinese Taipei to compete in the popular video game Counter-Strike 2.

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One of the most memorable moments came when 52-year-old Malaysian player Nahar Johari single-handedly eli...