Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Returns to Esports World Cup 2025

Following the apparent success of the Esports World Cup 2024, several publishers have announced the return of their popular titles for the 2025 competition. Joining Garena's Free Fire, Moonton's Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) will once again feature in the event.

The 2024 Esports World Cup showcased two MLBB tournaments: the MLBB Mid-Season Cup (MSC) and the MLBB Women's Invitational. Teams from around the globe competed in Riyadh, with Selangor Red Giants claiming victory in the MSC and Smart Omega Empress defeating Team Vitality (who held a 25-game win streak since 2021) in the Women's Invitational.

A Strong Showing, But Is It Enough?

While most games from the 2024 Esports World Cup are confirmed to return, a noticeable trend emerges: the featured tournaments aren't always the most prestigious events in each game's competitive landscape. The inclusion of MLBB's Mid-Season Cup, for example, might lead some to perceive the Esports World Cup as a supplementary event rather than the main focus. This is a double-edged sword; it avoids overshadowing established leagues but could also diminish the EWC's overall impact.

Nevertheless, fans of these games will undoubtedly welcome the return of so many familiar titles to this high-profile tournament. For those intrigued by MLBB, be sure to check out our Mobile Legends: Bang Bang tier list to discover the top-tier characters!