Mobile Legends: Bang Bang to return 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 game publishers have confirmed their titles' return for the 2025 edition. Moonton's Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) is the latest to join the lineup, following Garena's Free Fire.

The 2024 World Cup featured two MLBB events: the MLBB Mid-Season Cup (MSC) and the MLBB Women's Invitational. These tournaments brought together teams from various regions in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Selangor Red Giants emerged victorious in the MSC, while Smart Omega Empress defeated Team Vitality (ending their 25-game win streak) to claim the Women's Invitational title.

A Strong Showing, But Is It Enough?

Most games from the 2024 Esports World Cup appear set 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 as a supplementary event rather than the primary competition. This is a double-edged sword: it avoids overshadowing existing leagues but could also diminish the World Cup's perceived importance.

Regardless, fans of the participating games will undoubtedly welcome their return to this prestigious tournament. For those interested in trying MLBB, a ranking of top-tier characters is available elsewhere.