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In just a span of one week, Mobile Legends Professional League - Philippines (MPL-PH) Season 7 1st runner-up Execration bounced back from a big loss to become the Mobile Legends Southeast Asia Cup (MSC) 2021 Champions and Smart Communications lauded its sensational run. It was in every way an inspiring journey of perseverance and determination for the team, which showcased topnotch strategy and stamina that they have developed over the years of aspiring to dominate in the region. Ultimately, their tough run gripped Filipino gaming and eSports fans and proved once more that amazing things can happen when you put your heart into your passion and purpose.
Execration managed to do a "Cinderella run" after falling off from the upper bracket grand finals and made a legendary comeback in the grand finals spot facing the undefeated Blacklist International. It was the second time that two Filipino teams have faced off in the grand finals of the MSC Cup 2021 which gathered some of the best squads in Southeast Asia including teams from Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam and Thailand. “We congratulate Execration for their sensational performance at this year’s MSC, proving yet again that we Filipinos have what it takes to dominate esports in the world stage,” said Smart Communications Senior Vice-President and Consumer Wireless Business Head Jane J. Basas. She added, “We also take pride in the fact that both of our Filipino teams made it to the grand finals. More than setting the bar high for esports success, they have surely inspired more gamers and fans to go all out on their passions with a deeper purpose. With passionate and dedicated esports teams and athletes, there’s no doubt that the future is bright for Philippine esports."
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