MSC 2025 will take place after the odd-numbered MPL season concludes in mid-year. The tournament will remain part of the EWC 2025 and will be held in Riyadh.

This is one of the most highly anticipated events, not only for fans but also for the players and teams involved.

The reason is clear—the massive prize pool, the biggest in history, makes this tournament a must-watch. It serves as the World Cup of esports, including Mobile Legends.

MLBB Esports recently announced which regions will go straight to the Main Stage and which will have to fight through the Wildcard phase.

Two major surprises could make MSC 2025 even more intense—one concerning the Main Stage and the other in the Wildcard round.

MSC 2025 Set to Be More Intense

The first big surprise of MSC 2025 is the return of Japan to the MLBB scene. After being a dark horse in M1 and M2, Japan disappeared from the international stage.

They were not selected for any global tournaments, and MLBB competitions in Japan were believed to have faded for a while.

Now, Japan has secured one slot in the MSC 2025 Wildcard phase. The road to the Main Stage won’t be easy, but there will be a dedicated qualification tournament in Japan to determine the Wildcard representative.

The second surprise is Malaysia securing two direct slots in the Main Stage, alongside Indonesia and the Philippines.

Previously, Malaysia had two teams at international tournaments, but one was due to hosting M6, while the other—HomeBois—qualified for the MSC Main Stage via the Wildcard. Additionally, MSC 2024 was won by SRG from Malaysia.

However, MLBB Esports seems to recognize Malaysia’s rising potential, officially granting them equal slots with Indonesia and the Philippines.

This sets the stage for an exciting battle at MSC 2025. Which teams will qualify? Can Malaysia retain its slots, or will Indonesia reclaim dominance? Let’s wait and see!

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