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The 2025 World eSports Championship (WEC25), held last December 3–7, 2025 in the heart of Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia, brought together the most diverse Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) competition in the event’s history. This year’s edition stands as a major milestone for both the International eSports Federation (IESF) and MOONTON Games, strengthening MLBB’s position as a global eSports phenomenon and a flagship title of the WEC.
The MLBB Open Tournament delivered an exceptional showcase of high-level competition, strategy, and international talent. Teams from around the world battled through a demanding series of matches, leading to a dominant 3–0 victory by Malaysia over Cambodia in the Grand Final. With this triumph, Malaysia secured its status as back-to-back WEC champions, reaffirming its position as one of the strongest MLBB nations in the world. This year also marked a historic moment for the region, as Türkiye claimed third place, becoming the first European nation to win a medal in MLBB at the World eSports Championship. The Grand Final was officially opened by distinguished guests including Malaysia's Deputy Prime Minister YAB Dato’ Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid bin Hamidi and Minister of Youth and Sports YB Tuan Adam Adli bin Abd Halim, IESF President Vlad Marinescu, and Malaysia eSports Federation President Muhammad Naim Al Amin. Their presence underscored the national and international significance of this year’s competition. Their presence underscored the national and international significance of this year’s competition. Meanwhile, the MLBB Women’s Tournament at WEC25 delivered another thrilling showcase of elite competition. Indonesia reaffirmed its dominance by claiming the championship for the second consecutive year, remaining undefeated throughout the tournament and demonstrating unmatched skill and teamwork. The grand final pitted Indonesia against Cambodia, a remarkable team that had battled its way up from the lower bracket, seizing every opportunity to reach the final. Despite Cambodia’s impressive run and relentless efforts, Indonesia maintained its winning streak, solidifying their reputation as the powerhouse of women’s MLBB eSports.
The continued success of MLBB at the World eSports Championship reflects the strong partnership between IESF and MOONTON Games which will continue to drive the globally renowned Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) game to the international stage with WEC25 as a benchmark for excellence and inclusivity. “WEC25 has set a new milestone for MLBB and for eSports as a whole. Seeing teams from around the world compete at the highest level and witnessing Indonesia’s incredible back-to-back women’s championship victory reminds us why we are committed to growing this community. Together with MOONTON Games, we are proud to bring fans and athletes an unforgettable experience and to continue expanding MLBB’s global presence,” said IESF eSports Manager Igor Nedeski. MOONTON Games Head of Ecosystem Ray Ng added, “WEC25 represents something we have been building toward for years; the moment MLBB becomes a sport where representing your country matters as much as winning. This is what a mature, premier eSports ecosystem looks like: diverse talent from across the globe, united by a shared stage where every match carries the weight of national pride. That is the future we are building at MOONTON Games, one where eSports creates heroes who inspire nations. Together, we remain committed to providing more opportunities for athletes, expanding the reach of MLBB globally, and creating unforgettable moments for fans and players alike.”
