Bonchan Koo

Bonchan Koo, real name Koo Bonchan (구본찬), Korean, born in 1992, is a professional Street Fighter series player known for using the character Rashid. He peaked at top 10 in world rankings and has total winnings of approximately $151,062.

Bonchan began competing in Street Fighter tournaments around 2010. He finished runner-up in Street Fighter V at EVO 2016, won the Street Fighter V title at EVO 2017, and placed second again at EVO 2018. He also won multiple championships at events such as CEO and DreamHack. After 2020, he remained active in major fighting game tournaments.

Bonchan is known for his highly aggressive aerial offense, excelling at using Rashid's air skills for pressure and combos. His execution is precise and his reactions are swift, often turning the tide in disadvantageous positions through bold aerial approaches. His defense is also solid, with good reads on opponent actions.

• Nicknamed "King of the Air" (空中の王者) by fans.
• Has had classic matches against Japanese player Tokido and Korean player Infiltration, among others.
• Earned widespread praise for his flashy combos using Rashid's "Ysaar" move in tournaments.

• Study Bonchan's aerial control techniques, mastering the timing of cancels and combos for the character's air moves.
• Pay attention to his rhythm of offense and defense, especially how he conserves meter for clutch moments while pressuring.
• Watch his match replays to understand how to utilize Rashid's mobility for neutral play.