The Esports World Cup 2024 was a significant success, prompting many publishers to confirm their top games' return for the 2025 edition. Following Garena's Free Fire announcement, Moonton's Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) has also confirmed its participation.
The 2024 tournament featured two MLBB events: the MLBB Mid-Season Cup (MSC) and the MLBB Women's Invitational. Teams from around the globe competed in Riyadh. Selangor Red Giants secured victory in the MSC, while Smart Omega Empress defeated Team Vitality (holders of a 25-championship winning streak since 2021) to win the Women's Invitational.
A Strong Showing, But Is It Enough?
Most games from the 2024 Esports World Cup are returning in 2025. However, few featured truly major championships. The inclusion of MLBB's mid-season cup suggests the Esports World Cup might be viewed as a secondary event rather than the primary competition. This is a double-edged sword: it avoids overshadowing existing leagues but could also diminish the EWC's overall prestige.
Nevertheless, fans will be delighted by the return of so many popular titles. If this news inspires you to try MLBB, check out our Mobile Legends: Bang Bang tier list to discover the top-tier characters!
