MLBB Returns for Esports World Cup in 2025

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Returns to Esports World Cup 2025

Following the apparent success of the Esports World Cup 2024, several publishers have announced the return of their prominent titles for the 2025 edition. Garena's Free Fire has already confirmed its participation, and now Moonton's Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) joins the roster.

The 2024 tournament featured two MLBB events: the MLBB Mid-Season Cup (MSC) and the MLBB Women's Invitational. These events brought together teams from various regions in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Selangor Red Giants secured victory in the MSC, while Smart Omega Empress triumphed in the Women's Invitational, ending Team Vitality's impressive 25-game winning streak.

A Significant, Yet Secondary, Event?

Most games from the 2024 Esports World Cup are slated to return in 2025. However, a notable observation is the lack of truly major championships featured. The inclusion of MLBB's mid-season cup, for instance, might suggest the Esports World Cup is viewed more as a supplementary event than a primary competition. This is a double-edged sword; it avoids overshadowing existing leagues but could also be perceived as secondary to the main MLBB events.

Regardless, fans of MLBB will undoubtedly welcome its return to this prestigious tournament.

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