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Philippines’ Team Liquid Makes History with Dominant MSC Victory at EWC 25

Team Liquid Philippines has been crowned champions of the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Mid Season Cup (MSC) at the Esports World Cup (EWC) 25 in Riyadh, beating Malaysia’s Selangor Red Giants OG Esports with a decisive 4-1 victory in the Finals. The win marks a significant moment for Team Liquid, etching their name into Esports World Cup history.

Selangor Red Giants was the reigning EWC ML:BB champions and was the favorite to win it all for having a strong run through the knockout bracket, they were ultimately outmatched by Team Liquid’s “terrifying power.” Team Liquid showcased consistent dominance throughout the tournament, rarely dropping more than one map per series.

After losing the first game, Team Liquid quickly shifted their strategy, focusing on strong early-game picks and objective control. Their tactical approach paid off, as they swiftly took control of the series. Games three and four saw Sanford “Sanford” Vinuya’s Gloo become a pivotal force, giving Team Liquid the early advantage they needed to secure decisive wins. The penultimate game, lasting just over ten minutes, highlighted Team Liquid’s overwhelming superiority.

You can watch the final day of the competition including the finals below but if you want to skip to the championship, you can skip to the 5:10 mark of the video.

Team Liquid will take home $1,000,000 in prize money, while Selangor Red Giants OG Esports will have to settle for $500,000. In the third-place Philippines’ ONIC walks away with $250,000 after beating ONIC’s Indonesian roster.

Source: EWC

Esports World Cup Draws Large Crowds

Esports World Cup is still on going and will not conclude until 25th August, so the numbers are still under wraps but as of today, the Saudi Press Agency is reporting that Esports World Cup, which is currently being hosted in Riyadh Boulevard City, saw a large number of “guests and visitors from Gulf and other countries.”

There are a total of 500 clubs from different countries and more than 1,500 players participating in the Esports World Cup, the largest event in the history of the gaming and esports sector.

via SPA;

Amer Al-Marri, a visitor from Qatar, expressed his fondness for the distinguished and global organization of the tournament, indicating that coming from Doha along with a group of friends was specifically to attend this global event. He praised the professional level of competitions thanks to the participation of skilled players and qualified teams around the world. The visitor also expressed his admiration for the atmosphere in the Boulevard Riyadh City, through various entertainment activities and events that fit everyone’s taste.

Mohammed bin Mubarak, a visitor from Bahrain, explained that he came with his brothers and other relatives to attend the Esports World Cup. He hailed the great efforts of the Kingdom in receiving the participants and the professional and wonderful organization of the tournament, noting that Riyadh has become a global destination for tourism, entertainment, and sports.

Aside from the usual spots in Boulevard Riyadh City, tourists also explored historical and tourist sites in Riyadh.