Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Returns to the Esports World Cup 2025!
Following the apparent success of the Esports World Cup 2024, several game publishers have announced their return for the 2025 competition. Hot on the heels of Garena's Free Fire confirmation, Moonton has now confirmed the return of Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB).
The 2024 Esports World Cup featured two MLBB events: the MLBB Mid-Season Cup (MSC) and the MLBB Women's Invitational. These events brought together teams from around the globe to compete in Riyadh. Selangor Red Giants emerged victorious in the MSC, while Smart Omega Empress defeated Team Vitality (ending their impressive 25-game win streak) to claim the Women's Invitational title.
A Strong Showing, But Is It Enough?
While most games from the 2024 Esports World Cup are returning, a notable trend emerges: the absence of truly major championships. The inclusion of MLBB's mid-season cup, for example, might suggest the Esports World Cup is viewed more as a supplementary event than a primary focus. This is a double-edged sword. It prevents the EWC from overshadowing established leagues, but it also risks being perceived as secondary to the main competitions.
Nevertheless, fans of MLBB and other returning titles will undoubtedly welcome the continuation of this prestigious tournament. Inspired to try MLBB? Check out our Mobile Legends: Bang Bang tier list to discover the top-tier characters!
