Source: oneesports
Champion Esports World Cup (EWC) MSC 2025. The Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Mid-Season Cup 2025 (MSC 2025), held as part of the Esports World Cup (EWC) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, crowned Team Liquid PH (Philippines) as the grand champion. They defeated the defending champions, Selangor Red Giants OG Esports (SRG.OG), in a dominant 4–1 victory in the Grand Finals. This win earned them USD 1 million and 1,000 EWC Club Championship points.
Tournament Background
MSC 2025 was the eighth edition of the prestigious international MLBB tournament. For the first time, it was held outside Southeast Asia and hosted in Riyadh, from July 10 to August 2, 2025, featuring 16 main event teams and 8 from wildcard qualifiers.
The total prize pool was USD 3 million, making it the biggest MSC in history. The integration with the Esports World Cup brought global attention to MLBB on a scale never seen before.
Team Liquid PH’s Road to Victory
Quarterfinals
Team Liquid PH began the knockout stage by sweeping Aurora Turkey 3–0, showcasing impeccable drafting, lane control, and coordinated team fights.
Semifinals
They faced ONIC Philippines, winning the series 3–1. Champion Esports World Cup (EWC) MSC 2025. Although ONIC managed to take one game, Liquid maintained composure and closed the series decisively, earning their place in the Grand Finals.
Grand Finals: Team Liquid PH vs SRG.OG
Game 1
SRG.OG opened strong, overwhelming Liquid with high-pressure gameplay and securing a quick win.
Game 2–5
From Game 2 onward, Liquid PH adjusted their draft strategies and began dominating rotations, team fights, and macro objectives. By Game 5, they were up 13–2 in kills and 11k gold ahead in under 8 minutes. The final match saw near-perfect execution, sealing their 4–1 victory and the MSC title.
Standout Player: Sanford “Sanford” Vinuya
Sanford, the EXP laner of Team Liquid PH, was named Grand Finals MVP. His clean rotations, timing, and aggressive plays under pressure were key to Liquid’s dominance.
Karl “KarlTzy” Nepomuceno, a two-time world champion (M2 and M4), added another major trophy to his resume, further solidifying his legacy as one of the GOATs of MLBB.
Strategic Highlights
Team Liquid PH demonstrated:
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Strong adaptability after the Game 1 loss
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Highly effective counter-drafts
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Clean rotations and vision control
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Synergized team play with zero hesitation in engaging or retreating
They avoided choke-point traps, exploited overextensions by SRG.G, and maintained objective-focused pressure throughout the series.
Historical Significance
Completing the Trophy Cabinet
With the MSC 2025 title, Team Liquid PH completed an impressive collection of titles, including regional MPL championships and world titles. The MSC’s win symbolized their peak as a global MLBB force.
Leading the Club Championship Rankings
By earning 1,000 points, they jumped to the top of the EWC Club Championship leaderboard.
Record-Breaking Viewership
MSC 2025 broke viewership records with over 3 million peak viewers, especially during marquee matches like RRQ Hoshi vs SRG.OG in the quarterfinals.
Real-World Impact
Global Growth for MLBB
By hosting the event in Saudi Arabia and integrating it into the Esports World Cup, Moonton significantly expanded MLBB’s international appeal. It marked a pivotal step in positioning MLBB as a truly global esports.
A New Era of Dominance
Philippine teams have long been a powerhouse in MLBB, and Liquid PH’s win reinforces their dominance on the world stage. Meanwhile, SRG.OG, the Malaysian superteam, still proved their worth by reaching back-to-back MSC Grand Finals (2024 and 2025).
Conclusion
Team Liquid PH are the MSC 2025 champions, defeating SRG.OG in a stunning 4–1 Grand Finals. With USD 1 million in prize money, 1,000 EWC points, and an MVP performance by Sanford, Liquid cements itself among MLBB’s elite. This win not only highlights the strength of the Philippine MLBB scene but also signals a growing global presence for Mobile Legends through the Esports World Cup platform.
