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MLBB Unveils Draws For 2025 EWC Major Tournaments<\/strong><\/p>\n

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Esports kicked off its road to the 2025 Esports World Cup with two major draws: the Mid Season Cup (MSC)<\/strong> and the MLBB Women\u2019s Invitational (MWI)<\/strong>. Combined, these tournaments will feature 39 of the world\u2019s best teams<\/strong> battling for global supremacy. Formats have been revamped. Regional representation has been expanded. And a record USD 3.5 million<\/strong> prize pool underscores MLBB\u2019s \u201cOne Game, Two Champions\u201d ethos.<\/p>\n

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MSC Wild Card: A Fresh Competitive Edge<\/strong><\/p>\n

The journey to MSC at EWC 25 fires up with the Wild Card stage<\/strong>, running July 10\u201313. Eight squads will fight for the final berth in the Main Stage. With 16 participating regions<\/strong>\u2014the highest yet\u2014this edition cranks up the pressure. Japan and Vietnam earn dedicated Wild Card slots for the first time. That means new contenders. Unpredictable matchups. And the promise that only the strongest will advance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

MSC Wild Card Draw Breakdown<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Group A and Group B have been set, pitting seasoned powerhouses against hungry underdogs. Fans are already circling the Group B clash featuring Zeta Division (Japan)<\/strong>\u2014Japan\u2019s return to MLBB\u2019s global stage since M2. No matter the group, each team must navigate a double-elimination bracket to reach the Main Stage. The revamped MSC format ensures that #EncounterTheUnknown becomes a test of adaptability and resilience.<\/p>\n

Ramp Up: Main Stage Glory Awaits<\/strong><\/p>\n

Once the dust settles in Wild Card, the Main Stage begins with a fresh bracket filled by the eight auto-qualified teams and the Wild Card victor. From group play to single-elimination playoffs, every match demands top-tier coordination, precise drafting, and mechanical mastery. The MSC champion walks away with USD 3 million<\/strong> in prize money\u2014matching MLBB\u2019s record high and setting a new benchmark for mobile esports.<\/p>\n

Quest for the MLBB Queens<\/strong><\/p>\n

Right after MSC, the focus shifts to the MLBB Women\u2019s Invitational<\/strong>\u2014July 15\u201319. This year, 16 women\u2019s teams<\/strong> from around the globe will vie for the crown, marking the largest MWI yet. Four new squads join the mix, elevating competition and showcasing the #Limitless potential of female gamers on MLBB\u2019s biggest stage.<\/p>\n

MWI Group Stage Draw Revealed<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Group Stage draw places giants of women\u2019s esports under the spotlight. Team Vitality (Indonesia)<\/strong> anchors Group A, while defending MWI 2024 champions Natus Vincere PH (Philippines)<\/strong> loom large in Group C. Groups B and D feature heavy-hitting squads from Europe, Latin America, and Asia, promising cross-regional clashes. Each group uses a Best-of-Three, double-elimination format, setting up a true test of skill and endurance before the single-elim finals.<\/p>\n

MWI\u2019s Record-Setting Prize Pool<\/strong><\/p>\n

With USD 500,000<\/strong> on the line, MWI at EWC 25 offers one of the largest women\u2019s esports prize pools in history. The champions will take home USD 150,000<\/strong>, with the rest distributed amongst top finishers. Beyond money, the tournament provides a global platform for female athletes to claim their place in a rapidly professionalizing scene.<\/p>\n

Historic EWC Viewership and Momentum<\/strong><\/p>\n

The 2024 EWC set the stage. MSC 2024 commanded 2.38 million peak concurrent viewers<\/strong> and 29 million hours watched<\/strong>\u2014the highest among multi-title events. MWI 2024 made history as the only women\u2019s tournament at EWC, drawing 2.5 million hours watched<\/strong>. These numbers reflect MLBB\u2019s massive reach and the community\u2019s hunger for high-stakes mobile esports.<\/p>\n

Statements from the Top<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tiger Xu<\/strong>, Global Head of Esports at MOONTON Games, emphasized the partnership with the Esports World Cup Foundation<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

\u201cThis collaboration elevates MLBB Esports on the world stage. Our new formats and expanded regions showcase the depth and skill of our athletes. We aim to set the benchmark for global competitive integrity.\u201d<\/p>\n

Faisal Bin Homran<\/strong>, Chief Product Officer of the Esports World Cup Foundation, added:<\/p>\n

\u201cMobile titles like MLBB power inclusive, immersive competition. We\u2019re proud to offer a global stage for talent at every level through MSC and MWI at EWC 25.\u201d<\/p>\n

Debut of Time Rewind: Ensuring Fair Play<\/strong><\/p>\n

EWC 25 will also see the first international use of Time Rewind<\/strong>, a new back-end tool that reverts games to an earlier point in case of disruptions. Unlike traditional pauses or rematches, Time Rewind works behind the scenes\u2014restoring the match state precisely. It\u2019s designed to preserve the integrity and flow of competition. MOONTON Games will monitor its performance closely, refining the feature for future events.<\/p>\n

One Game, Two Champions in Riyadh<\/strong><\/p>\n

This summer, MLBB Esports brings One Game, Two Champions to Riyadh<\/strong>. With MSC and MWI running back-to-back, 39 teams<\/strong>, and USD 3.5 million<\/strong> on the line, the road to EWC 25 promises to be the most unforgettable chapter yet. The revamped formats, expanded participation, and record prize pools reaffirm MLBB\u2019s commitment to professionalizing mobile esports and delivering unforgettable spectacles for fans worldwide.<\/p>\n

Learn more about MLBB Esports via the following social media channels: <\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

MOONTON Games has launched dedicated social media channels (Instagram<\/a>, TikTok<\/a>) for the MLBB women’s ecosystem as part of its broader strategy to uplift women in gaming. The channels aim to spotlight female esports talent, build community, and create more visibility for women across the competitive scene.<\/p>\n

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