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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

30 days

I decided to put a few highlights together of my casting (nostalgia warning). ALSO PLEASE HIRE ME FOR CASTING THANKS

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

It's with a heavy heart that I announce that I'm hanging up the 🎤. 🧵 👇

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Why do we see pros use Cypher's cage at A Lobby as attackers on Haven at the start of the round? A bargain at just 100 credits, this cage is powerful due to its characteristics and the nature of this map. Let's explore why! 🧵

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

On Ascent, I often play with teams that don't understand the power/dynamics of mid on attack. Let's talk about a powerful approach where the Sova drone really shines as an opening. 🧵

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

A quick thread on a suboptimal sage wall that I see commonly in ranked 🧵

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

8 months

The map is Ascent. You are on the attacking half. You play Smokes. You have no idea which mid-smoke to use. I'll explain the logic below! 🧵

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

We did it. WE WON LCQ!!! 3-0 vs @TheGuard I'm so so proud of every single person on the team. The job isn't done just yet. Now to do it on LAN 😁. #100WIN

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Four of our players and both coaches got COVID four days ago. Everyone is recovering quickly. This is why we were absent from the press conference and some content. We are focused, the attitude is strong, and it won't stop us from giving it our all 💪. #100win #VCTChampions

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Proud of everyone 🥹. We celebrated with steak! #100WIN

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

I'm super excited to take on this new role. We have a great vision that I'm sure you'll all come to hear more about over time. Thanks for all the support. LFG!

100 Thieves VALORANT

@100T_VAL

2 years

We got our guys. Here's a detailed breakdown of #100T VALORANT and what's to come for the future.

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

People are digging the threads, so here's another one. Let's talk about the value of fighting for a forward position as defenders in ranked. 🧵

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Beginner: Knowing how & when to contain your opponents 🧵

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

This was not coordinated. LCQ team dinner! 🥩🥩 #100Win

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

The winner of today's poll is "Default: what is/how to". This is a pretty misunderstood term. It's not exclusive to professional teams. This is achievable in matchmaking if enough understand the concept. Let's focus on understanding the attacking default for this thread! 🧵

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

In ranked, we have to set ourselves up to succeed when entrying into a site. Shout out to @itsbririvers who requested this one. Let's look at roles, pathing, timings, and creating & taking space. 🧵

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

As I keep seeing the confusion on this topic in ranked play, let's talk about the 💵economic💵choices early on...🧵

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Good news! Today everyone except @seangares tested negative; hopefully we'll get him out of COVID jail tomorrow! #100WIN #VCTChampions

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

We are back at full capacity. The dark magic that was imprisoning @seangares has been dispelled and he is free. It is a dark day for EMEA VALORANT teams. #100Win

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

HELL YES BOYS. We qualified for VCT Challengers! So proud of the team. WP @Asunaa @st9llar @bangzerra @WillFPS @DerrekOW @seangares @MikesHD_ Now the real work for the main event begins. LFG!! #100Win

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Incredible game. @FaZeClan are so dangerous. The calls from @st9llar and especially the timeout calls from @seangares were excellent. The resilience from the whole team. Just awesome. We're moving to the upper semi finals against @XSET this Sat. Hell yeah. #100Win #vctna

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

There are many utility bugs that have had a huge impact in match outcomes this tournament. This is a dangerous precedent to set. Is this really the best decision for competitive integrity? I'm struggling to find a reason to justify this call. What do you guys think?

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

It's unfortunate that we couldn't find a fit with jcStani in the new roster. He's an excellent player, teammate & communicator and any top team would be lucky to have him. We wish him the best of luck moving forward.

jcStani

@jcStani

2 years

100T and future Read:

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Will is one of the most impressive players I've ever worked alongside. Always looking for edges, open minded, lovely to be around and crazy potential for growth. His presence will be deeply missed. A true professional and more importantly a fantastic person. Best of luck, Will!

Will

@WillFPS

2 years

Unfortunately, @100Thieves has informed me that I will be released and can explore my options as an unrestricted F/A. Most experienced on duelists/flex and working on controller and sentinel, and relocation is possible. Contact: DM’s or willchenginquiries @gmail .com 1/4

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

10 months

It's been a crazy ride! Lots of ups, downs and fun challenges & experiences. Whilst I'm sad I won't have the opportunity to carry forward all the valuable lessons of this year to continue to build the program, I'm extremely grateful for all of the people I've connected with and…

100 Thieves VALORANT

@100T_VAL

10 months

Today we part ways with @ddkesports Kind and professional — we'll always be grateful for the structure that Daniel brought to our VALORANT program as General Manager.

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

3 years

PSA for the VALORANT fam: A force buy is: spending all money when you don't have money for a full buy ie. After losing the pistol, you spend all your money It's not: winning the pistol and having enough money for a full buy and deciding to to buy. This is a regular buy

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

4 years

After 8 years, I'm moving on from @FACEIT . It's been a crazy ride with a lot of growth and fond memories that I'll never forget. I'm thankful for all the opportunities and experiences, but it's time for a new chapter! More on that later.

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

9 months

17 months ago I posted that I was hanging up the mic for a while & ever since I've been missing it. Now I'm no longer w/ 100T, I'm returning to the talent pool as a caster/analyst/interviewer/host for VAL, CS & more. Please reach out to business @ddkseports .com with booking…

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Let's go!! Amazing focus and performance from the whole team. We're not done just yet. One more win for Champions. Grand finals tomorrow, same time same place. #100WIN

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

1-2 vs @TSM Like all losses this is tough, but we are learning and growing quickly through every series and will come back much stronger. I'm proud of everyone, our whole team is cracked and we will lock our spot in on the next OQ. #100T

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Learning that I wouldn't be a part of the first VCT LAN this year was a big factor and something I've known for a while. After months of talks, Riot and I were unable to reach an agreement to allow both parties to work together in partnership.

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

A great performance from the guys! The preparation was on point and everyone delivered on the day, you can't ask for more than that. 1-0 start to VCT Challengers, let's keep it rolling. @Asunaa @st9llar @bangzerra @WillFPS @DerrekOW @seangares @MikesHD_ #100Win #VCT

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

1 year

What is a 1-3-1 & how to do it 🧵 Sometimes what your team really wants to do is to default or to play more slowly, yet they end up over-stacking areas and giving up too much control and over-committing. Position & info > kills

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

#100Win

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

I hope noone looks at @XSET or @FPX differently due to this situation. @XSET played an incredible tournament way above fans expectations + earned a huge amount of respect. Props to the boys for an excellent run repping themselves and NA. Super impressed. Lots to be proud of! 🫡

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Super proud of everyone on the squad. @Asunaa @WillFPS @DerrekOW @st9llar @bangzerra @seangares @MikesHD_ Everyone is putting in the hours and doing it with class. Another tough day ahead but we're ready. LET'S GET IT. #100TWIN

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

We did it! Amazing work from everyone. We're locked in for the playoffs! @st9llar @WillFPS @Asunaa @bangzerra @DerrekOW @seangares @MikesHD_ #VCTNA #100Win

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

3 years

I was surprised but grateful to get the call for the major. Today I'm casting @FURIA vs @GambitEsports Never say never, but this may be my last big cast for CS. Fitting it be the arena where I did my first arena cast for a major (Cluj qual in '15). Let's smash it. #PGLMajor

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

6 years

First major finals cast coming up tomorrow, a career milestone, honoured and thankful! Can't wait! #eleaguemajor

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

9 months

No one in FPS esports knows how to win more than this man. He has been winning titles since 2008 in a game that has the least variance of any esports title. Truly one of the greatest legacies in esports history. I want to take a moment to describe some of the things that have…

Quake Champions

@Quake

9 months

Congratulations to the new #QuakeProLeague World Champion @liquidrapha GGs to an incredible performance!

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

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@ValorantEsports

2 years

A special message from @OfficialBoaster to @100Thieves 👀 #VALORANTChampions

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Casting will always be an integral part of who I am but for now I'm stepping away. I'll close out on the current playoffs of VCT and Game Changers.

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

I'm THRILLED about these pickups and I know we'll be able to get great results out of this young and hungry roster. LFG!!

100 Thieves VALORANT

@100T_VAL

2 years

A new era of #100T VALORANT starts right now.

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Gg @FNATIC 0-2 - that's the end of our run. Looking back at where we started, I'm extremely proud of everyone for how far we were able to go together. Thanks to everyone for supporting us and believing in our mission. We'll be back stronger!

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

8 months

VALORANT Ranked PSA: When to cut noise or reset. You're attacking & your team called a site rush. The enemy blocks the main choke with util. What do you do? 🧵

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

As you can as imagine, stepping away from 9 years of commentary is heart breaking regardless of what's waiting on the other side, it'll take some time to process this one. However, we don't retire, we just take breaks.

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Time to take to the stage against @DRXGlobal . We're focused and ready. LET'S GO #100WIN #VCTChampions

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Awesome play by @OpTic to win the final round. Reading the 4-1 setup and abusing BuZz, who has to hold the A-long angle solo, with the Omen TP into Heaven giving OpTic a free site and removing the opportunity for BuZz to slow anything down or get info until it was too late. WP!

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

1 year

😁 #100Win

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

WP @FaZeClan ! Today wasn't our day. We'll take a little time to recover and then we'll get back to work to get in shape for LCQ. Thanks everyone for supporting us, it's just the beginning. #100WIN #vctna #TrustTheProcess

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Much love, Dan ❤️

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

3 years

To dispel any assumptions when talent is announced: I did not get invited to cast at Berlin. I'm excited to follow from the sidelines and to see whether anyone can beat @Sentinels this time :D. I'll be cooking up a lot of other content in the meantime!

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Scrims. Four days until our first match in LCQ versus @NRGgg #100Win

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

1 year

The T1 smoke is one of my favourites on Haven for both sides for denying information as the attackers (part of the default) or creating delay as the defenders. 🧵

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

1 year

Everything's fine 🤓 EDG are nuts, holy. Next game against FUT! #100WIN #VCTLOCKIN

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

GG @Cloud9 2-0 and we make it to the lower finals. TWO MORE SERIES TO GO. Rematch against @FaZeClan but now we're on that bo5 hype. LFG!! #100Win

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

3 years

How To Think About Tactical FPS by ddk Read:

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

3 years

I just got engaged! She is my family. The one who makes me better every day, supports me fiercely, treats me kindly and most importantly, somehow puts up with my bs. Let's do forever. Love you Brittney! @itsbririvers

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

To the fans, thank you for helping me to realise my dream of casting video games! ❤️ You are the ones that make it all worth it. I hope you will be stoked for my next steps and continue to support my esports endeavours.

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

We survived day 2 😁 TWO MORE MATCHES TO GO. We've got that spicy Knights rematch tomorrow. Can't wait. WP @Asunaa @WillFPS @st9llar @bangzerra @DerrekOW 😈😈😈 #100TWIN

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

8 months

Just throwing this out there: @WillFPS would be an awesome add to many top teams, and I hope we see him back in tier 1. He was our best performing player at Champs 2022 after many struggles at the start of the team. Rare to see a turn around like that.

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Given the limited practice, I'm really excited & happy w/ the guys. @WillFPS @Asunaa @bangzerra @DerrekOW @st9llar @seangares @MikesHD_ Lots of great takeaways for further improvement. Make sure to follow us tomorrow as we close out the playoffs! #100TWin

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

9 months

My current thoughts after day 1 of playoffs: LOUD are the most form-tested so far. After a loss against DRX, they beat Liquid, NAVI and Fnatic; their confidence and skill are peaking at a good rate for a trophy run. Despite the issues that have been rumoured and how LOUD lost…

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

6 years

A girl and a camera man came up to me on the street and asked if I played fortnite, I responded "nah, CS", and they walked away disinterested. RIP

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

One of my favourite things at the @Complexity HQ from my recent visit. Crowd audio simulation! Next level.

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

1 year

2-1 vs KRU today. They were frying on Ascent and Split, it made for a great game. A lot to go over on our attack sides. I'm looking forward to facing @LeviatanGG on Monday, let's keep the momentum going! (And here's a picture of @Cryocells_ and @Asunaa comparing ranked…

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Bootcamp starts now! Thoughts on Nioh as @100Thieves VALORANT mascot? 📸 @itsbririvers

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

That was crazy. Gg @Sentinels ! We play again tomorrow against the winner of @Cloud9 and @NRGgg . LFG!! #100Win

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

I miss casting 😂

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

YES BOYS LET'S GO!!! #100Win #VCTChampions

100 Thieves VALORANT

@100T_VAL

2 years

WHAT A WAY TO START ISTANBUL. #100WIN

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Please reserve ill will towards Riot and respect that I want to go out with positivity!

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Great work from the boys once again, no third map required 👍 GGs @XSET ! #100T #VCTNA

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

We've come a long way since the beginning of this roster. It's time to find out who deserves Champions more. GLHF @TheGuard #100WIN

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

1 year

WP to @fnatic , they are a strong team and they've given us a lot to learn. We will use this experience as a critical building block as we set our sights on the upcoming split. Thank you to all the fans for the support. We got this. #100WIN

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

1 year

Nice killjoy pick @DerrekOW I can't believe you locked that without telling anyone beforehand

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

1 year

1-3-1 your way to a win I've encountered many people in the immortal lobbies that don't know what 1-3-1 means, so... it's thread time.

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

9 years

Here alone since 11am-- dedication. @GeT_RiGhTcs http://t.co/LnXDXWLKyR

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

1 year

I tuned into @DisguisedToast 's team's match and noticed there is no commentary...I can't today but...maybe tomorrow I should...

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

As Champions is right around the corner, I thought it would be cool to talk about pressure and how it impacts competition at the elite level and why we love it.🧵 PS. I really miss casting and having the ability to talk about this stuff directly on broadcast at these events!

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

. @FaZeClan rematch tomorrow. Vibe check? #100Win

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Glhf @FNATIC #100Win #VCTChampions

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

1 year

The warmup before our match against EDG. #VCTLOCKIN #100WIN

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

😤 We're live in 30 minutes vs @KnightsGG @WillFPS @Asunaa @DerrekOW @bangzerra @st9llar #100TWIN

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

1 year

I love these guys 2-1 vs @LeviatanGG #100win

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Thank you for the insane amount of hard work and dedication. So much to be proud of in your time as a coach; we accomplished so much in such a short time and the groundwork you've laid with the team will go on to secure many W's in the future. We will miss you @seangares ! <3

100 Thieves VALORANT

@100T_VAL

2 years

Update regarding our Coaching Staff:

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

Still processing the comebacks. Holy shit.

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@ddkesports

2 years

GG against @NRGgg , we get 2-1 and move forward. Next we rematch @FaZeClan on Sunday. LFG! #100Win

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@ddkesports

2 years

In 10 minutes our first officials with the new roster start. Our first match will be vs Debt Collectors. Come see what we've been cookin' up on the Knights stream! @Asunaa @WillFPS @st9llar @bangzerra @DerrekOW GO KILL😈

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

4 months

As I'm 100% not on the VCT roster, Ludwig x Tarik was bitter sweet for me as it may be the last time I get to cast VAL with @seangares . Unless...

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Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

1 month

Finally tied the knot with the most wonderful @itsbririvers ! Excited for a future as beautiful as her ❤️

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@ddkesports

2 years

⚠️⚠️⚠️ALWAYS BUY⚠️⚠️⚠️ AFTER WINNING PISTOL. PLEASE. I BEG YOU.

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@ddkesports

2 years

I'm looking for a tiktok editor who knows VALORANT well to help turn my recent informational threads into tiktok videos. If you're interested, please send an email (address in bio) with examples of some of your work and your rates. Thanks!

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@ddkesports

8 months

It's sad to see @DerrekOW and @st9llar depart the 100T roster. End of an era. The chillest dudes that anyone would be blessed to be able to spend each day working with. IMO, they both have a much higher ceiling to reach. Will always be rooting for them!

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@ddkesports

6 years

One of the most beautiful moments I've ever seen in esports. So deserved @Cloud9 #ELEAGUEMajor

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@ddkesports

2 years

The game today against @GhostGaming decides who wins our group and gets that tasty first round bye for the playoffs next week. The guys are warming up and looking GOOD! #VCTNA #100Win

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@ddkesports

2 years

Finally tried the #saltbae restaurant here in Istanbul with some great company!

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@ddkesports

3 months

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@ddkesports

2 years

I think @BcJFPS has plot armour :D #VCT

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@ddkesports

5 years

Is @s1mpleO from this planet? 🤔

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@ddkesports

1 year

Our first LOCK//IN match is later today at 3pm PT against EDG. Time to put all the work to the test on stage! Can't wait to see the team in action in front of the Brazilian fans. VAMOS! #VCTLOCKIN #100WIN

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@ddkesports

2 years

Ranked anxiety is seemingly common, so here's a quick thread on some things that may help those of you experiencing it! 🧵

Daniel Kapadia

@ddkesports

2 years

How many of you experience some form of ranked anxiety?

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@ddkesports

5 years

My girlfriend @itsbririvers is in a really bad way at the moment, if anyone would like to help out I've started this gofundme for her. Thank you! via @gofundme

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