Triumphant Victory: Philippines and Malaysia Claim MLBB Gold at 2025 SEA Games

The 33rd SEA Games in Thailand have concluded with thrilling victories in the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) esports events. Both the men’s and women’s teams from the Philippines and Malaysia, respectively, walked away with the coveted gold medals, adding significant wins to their nations’ histories.

MLBB Men’s Category Sees the Philippines Dominate

The Philippines asserted its dominance in the MLBB men’s category at the 33rd SEA Games. Coming into the tournament as the defending champions, the team was a strong favorite, and they lived up to expectations by clinching their fourth consecutive gold medal. In a challenging group that included Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, and Laos, the Philippines showcased their prowess by winning all their group matches. The team’s momentum carried them through a tough semi-final against Indonesia, achieving a clean reverse sweep to reach the grand finals. There, they made a formidable statement by defeating Malaysia 4–0 to secure the gold.

Malaysia Secures First MLBB Gold Medal

In an exciting development, Malaysia made history by winning their first gold medal in the MLBB women’s event. This victory marks their second esports gold at the SEA Games, following a demonstration match win in Magic Chess: Go Go. The Malaysian women’s team faced a competitive bracket similar to the men’s category and emerged victorious against the Philippines in a closely contested final, winning 4–3. Malaysia’s triumph in the women’s category is a landmark achievement, highlighting their growing stature in the MLBB esports scene.

Ray Ng, Head of Esports Ecosystem at MOONTON Games, remarked on the significance of the event, emphasizing that the tournament showcased the potential of esports to stand alongside traditional sports, driven by national pride and the pursuit of excellence. Looking ahead, MLBB is set to be a medal event at the 2026 Asian Games, marking its debut in this prestigious competition.