Mobile Legends Esports World Cup to Reignite in 2025

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Returns to Esports World Cup 2025

Following the apparent success of the Esports World Cup 2024, Moonton's Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) has officially confirmed its return for the 2025 competition. This follows the earlier announcement of Garena's Free Fire also returning.

The 2024 Esports World Cup featured two MLBB events: the MLBB Mid Season Cup (MSC) and the MLBB Women's Invitational. These tournaments saw international teams compete in Riyadh. Selangor Red Giants claimed victory in the MSC, while Smart Omega Empress defeated Team Vitality (holders of a 25-game win streak since 2021) to win the Women's Invitational.

A Significant, Yet Secondary, Event?

While most games from the 2024 Esports World Cup are returning, it's notable that few are considered "major" championships. The inclusion of MLBB's mid-season cup, for instance, might suggest the Esports World Cup is viewed as a supplementary event rather than the primary focus. This is a double-edged sword: it avoids overshadowing established leagues, but it also risks being perceived as secondary to the main MLBB competitions.

Despite this, fans of MLBB will undoubtedly welcome its return to this prestigious tournament. For those intrigued by MLBB, a ranking of top-tier characters is readily available.