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New Straits Times
10 hours ago
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Aero eSports stun Vamos to advance in MPL MY playoffs
KUALA LUMPUR: Aero eSports turned the tables on last season's runners-up Team Vamos with an emphatic 3-1 win in the play-in stage of the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Professional League Malaysia (MPL MY) playoffs on Saturday. Playing at Juara Stadium, Aero stormed to a 2-0 lead, wobbled slightly as Vamos pulled one back, but closed out the best-of-five series in the fourth game. The victory seals Aero's place in the upper bracket semi-finals, where they will meet back-to-back champions Selangor Red Giants (SRG. OG) on Sunday. Just last week, Vamos had edged Aero 2-1 in the regular season to clinch their playoff spot. But crucially, Aero were missing their first-choice jungler Praba "Hazle" Balakosa, 18, who had returned to Indonesia to attend his high school graduation. "We were unprepared against Vamos in the regular season," said Aero coach Abraham "Bam" Unida. "His replacement, Alang Indra 'Rannqt' Roshid, didn't have enough time to build chemistry with the team before that match. "Hazle made all the difference today. I'm proud of him. He played brilliantly and helped our mid-laner control the game's tempo." Aero, notably, remain the only team to have taken a game off SRG. OG in the regular season, in a tight 2-1 loss. Despite facing the reigning champions next, Unida is not planning any drastic shake-ups. "We'll stick with the same hero draft and play to our strengths," said the Filipino tactician. "We just need to cut down on our mistakes and make smarter decisions in-game." Joining Aero in the upper bracket semis are DX Soul, who looked clinical in their 3-0 sweep of Monster Vicious. They will take on second seeds Homebois in the other semi-final.
New Straits Times
5 days ago
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Todak have lost their identity, says their esports manager
KUALA LUMPUR: Todak esports manager Danial Aizat Rames Abdullah could not hide his displeasure after his squad failed to make the playoffs for Season 15 of the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Professional League Malaysia (MPL MY). Their fate was sealed over the weekend (week six) after Team Vamos and DX Soul secured victories against JP Niners and Aero Esports respectively, leaving Todak in seventh place, one spot short of the final qualifying slot. This marks the first time the esports giants have missed the playoffs since making their debut in Season four of the MPL MY six years ago. Danial is determined to rebuild the Todak squad ahead of Season 16 which will be held later this year. "We have lost our identity," said Danial, better known by his nickname Abang Lord. "I believe our players are talented. They just need the right coaching staff to guide them. "Therefore, it is our task as top management to bring in the right coaching team. "We will inform them of our desired direction, but the coaching team will handle recruitment and squad preparation. "Throwing money at the problem is not going to guarantee success. We need to be meticulous in our planning" Todak parted ways with their MLBB manager Syazlan 'Ashi' Mohd Rosdi, head coach Saiful Aujang and assistant coach Ajwad 'Kuja' Mohd Yusof after Week five. The team played without a coach against JP Niners on Sunday (May 25). A win would have been inconsequential as Saturday's (May 24) victories for Team Vamos and DX Soul had already determined Todak's fate. Todak's failure to reach the play-offs overshadowed Selangor Red Giants ( finishing the regular season undefeated for a second time. They last achieved this feat in Season 13, when they also went unbeaten in the playoffs to claim their first league title. League newcomer DX Soul and Team Vamos claimed the final two playoff spots, finishing fifth and sixth, respectively. They join Homebois, Monster Vicious, and Aero Esports in the post-season. Ocean Black (OB) are relegated after finishing bottom of the league, winless. The play-off stage of Season 15 will commence this weekend. MPL MY Week 6 Results Friday, May 23 Aero 2 MV 1 2 Ocean Black 0 Saturday, May 24 DX Soul 2 JP Niners 1 Vamos 2 Aero 1 Homebois 2 MV 1 Sunday, May 25 Todak 0 JP Niners 2 2 Team Rey 0
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
S8UL signs North America's leading Mobile Legends: Bang Bang roster ahead of Esports World Cup 2025
Image via: X Mumbai, May 16, 2025: S8UL Esports , a global powerhouse in esports and gaming content, has officially acquired the renowned North American Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) team formerly known as BloodThirstyKings (BTK). With this move, S8UL makes a historic entry into the MLBB competitive circuit, becoming the first Indian organisation to sign a top-tier international MLBB roster ahead of the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2025 and other major tournaments. The roster joining S8UL comprises: Michael " MobaZane " Cosgun Ian "FwydChickn" Hohl Jang "Hoon" Seong-hun Ziameth-Jei "ZIA" Caluya Vo "Shark" Trung Carlos "Bestplayer1" Ortega Vega Founded in 2020, BTK rose to international prominence after their third-place finish at the MLBB M3 World Championship, where they notably defeated the Filipino powerhouse Blacklist International, taking home $80,000 (INR 68.4 lakh). Since then, the team has been a consistent force in North America's MLBB ecosystem, with multiple regional championship wins and strong global performances to their name. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas Prices In Dubai Might Be More Affordable Than You Think Villas In Dubai | Search Ads Get Quote Undo The roster officially qualified for the MLBB Mid Season Cup (MSC) at the upcoming EWC 2025 following a dominant run in the recently concluded North America Challenger Tournament (NACT) Spring Season, where they defeated Area 77 in the Grand Finals with a 4-2 scoreline. With players who have competed across multiple MLBB world championships, S8UL's newest roster brings immense experience and proven ability to perform under pressure. This acquisition marks a milestone moment for Indian esports, positioning S8UL at the forefront of global competition in one of the world's most watched mobile esports titles. Animesh Agarwal, aka 8Bit Thug, Co-founder and CEO of S8UL, commented, 'We're committing to MLBB in a big way — becoming a partnered organization and aligning closely with the S8UL vision, with the legendary Michael 'MobaZane' Cosgun leading the charge. As a mobile-first org, MLBB holds a special place for us — it's the only mobile title among the eight games we're part of. The game's growth in India is promising, and we're excited to contribute to its rise by working closely with key Indian stakeholders. This is just the beginning of what we aim to build with MLBB.' The team's previous accolades include a hard-fought 4-3 victory over Gaimin Gladiators in the NACT Spring Finals and an unforgettable reverse sweep against Cloud9 in the NACT Fall 2024 Grand Finals, turning a 0-3 deficit into a thrilling 4-3 win. That comeback secured their place at the M6 World Championship, where they went on to finish in the top 10. Collectively, the roster has earned close to $150,000 (approx. INR 1.2 crore) in prize winnings, establishing themselves as one of the most accomplished MLBB teams in North America. "We've been on a long journey together, from grassroots tournaments to the world stage, and every chapter has shaped who we are as a team. Joining S8UL feels like the beginning of something bigger than just competition. It's about aligning with an organisation that understands not just the game, but the grind, the setbacks, and the stories that build champions. We're not here just to play, we're here to evolve, to represent, and to create a legacy that goes beyond titles and trophies. With S8UL behind us, we now have the platform to take that next big leap,' said team captain Michael Cosgun aka MobaZane. According to data from Esports Charts, MLBB is the world's most popular esports game in 2025, with a peak viewership of 2.7 million. The M6 World Championship held last year recorded an impressive peak viewership of 4.13 million and maintained an average viewership of 709,000 across its 120-hour broadcast, making it one of the largest and most-watched esports tournaments of 2024. At EWC 2025, 16 of the world's top MLBB teams will compete in double elimination group stages and best-of-5 knockout rounds which will culminate in a best-of-7 grand final. With a $3,000,000 (approx. INR 25.6 crore) prize pool on the line, this year's MSC is set to be one of the biggest mobile esports events in history. S8UL's MLBB roster brings a balanced mix of experience and synergy across all roles. MobaZane leads as the Jungler, with FwydChickn in the EXP Lane and Hoon anchoring the Mid Lane. ZIA handles the Gold Lane, while Shark plays Roamer, driving team engagements. Bestplayer1 adds depth as a second Jungler, offering strategic flexibility for different matchups. With this announcement, S8UL has now unveiled rosters across seven different titles for EWC 2025. The lineups are as follows: Apex Legends: Rick Wirth (Sharky), Benjamin Spaseski (Jesko) and Tom Canty (Legacy) Call of Duty: Warzone: Colin Bowers-Wilson (Trikempathy), Braxton Trice (Braxtvn), and Ryder Skarzinski (Ryda) Chess : Nihal Sarin and Aravindh Chithambaram EAFC25 : Jonas Wirth (Jonny) and Aaron Rivera (Happy) Mobile Legends Bang Bang: Michael Cosgun (MobaZane), Ian Hohl (FwydChickn), Jang Seong-hun (Hoon), Ziameth-Jei Caluya (ZIA), Vo Trung (Shark), and Carlos Ortega Vega (Bestplayer1) Starcraft II: Pyung Jae Koh (GuMiho) Tekken 8: Arja Gamoori (Sephiblack) and Nino Schwarz (Nino) Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
New Straits Times
19-05-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Danish keen to continue hot form after impressive show against Niners
KUALA LUMPUR: Danish Tahqif "Error 404" Abdullah marked his return to Team Vamos' starting line-up with a stellar performance in week five of the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Professional League Malaysia (MPL MY). Danish steered Vamos to a much-needed 2-0 win over JP Niners. Vamos had suffered a dip in form recently which left them perilously close to missing out on the playoffs. Back-to-back defeats to Todak and Homebois in week four had seen Vamos tumble from third to sixth in the standings. Citing in-game communication issues as the root of their poor performances, the team faced mounting concern from fans who feared they might miss the postseason altogether. Danish, 16, who made his debut in Vamos' 2-0 triumph over Ocean Black in week two — where he was named series MVP — had not featured in the team's subsequent four matches. Returning to the fold in place of regular jungler Nazhan "Chibi" Mohd Nor, Danish impressed with a standout display, recording 10 kills, two deaths and 19 assists across the two games to secure all three points for Vamos. The victory steadied the ship ahead of their final regular season fixture next week against Aero Esports. "I feel proud that the team put their trust in me to replace Chibi and I'm relieved we managed to win 2-0," said Danish during a post-match press conference at Juara Stadium in Bukit Kiara yesterday (May 19). "I'm not sure if I'll be playing next week, but if I do, I'm looking forward to facing Aero's jungler." The match could pit Danish against Aero's Muhammad Praba "Hazle" Balakosa, 18, who has been in scintillating form since his debut in week four. The prospect of a clash between the two teenage junglers is sure to excite fans. Elsewhere, Monster Vicious (MV) became the third team after Selangor Red Giants ( and Homebois to book their place in the playoffs following dominant 2-0 victories over Ocean Black (OB) and Team Rey. OB, meanwhile, became the first team to be relegated to the MLBB Academy League, having failed to register a single win this season. With their final match against reigning champions looming next week, OB are staring at the possibility of a winless campaign. Week 5 full results: Friday May 16 Todak 1 DX Soul 2 OB 0 MV 2 Saturday May 17 DX Soul 2 Team Rey 1 2 Homebois 0 Todak 0 Aero 2 Sunday May 18 Homebois 2 OB 0 Vamos 2 JP Niners 0 MV 2 Team Rey 0
New Straits Times
18-05-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
'Fafau' tells Malaysian women's gamers to boost mental power
KUALA LUMPUR: To do better than bronze at the Sea Games two years ago, Malaysia's female Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) players must strengthen their minds. This was stated by Nurul Effa Fauzana "Fafau" Fauzi. Nurul was part of the team that won Malaysia's first ever Sea Games medal in eSports (for women), in 2023 in Phnom Penh. While the national squad for the Thailand Sea Games in December have not been finalised, Nurul and her team, NAVI MY, will compete in the World Cup x MLBB Women's Invitational and the World Esports Championships in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, later this year. "The main area we need to improve on is our mental strength," said Nurul. "As long as we possess mental resilience and a burning desire to win, we are capable of bettering our bronze-medal finish in Phnom Penh." Nurul and her NAVI MY teammates have been competing in Season 3 of the MLBB Academy League (MAL) against male teams. Although they lost all their five matches so far, Nurul said facing male opponents has been a valuable experience for them. "We are using the MAL as a platform to mentally prepare ourselves for high-pressure tournaments. "There is no women's league in Malaysia, so playing against the boys provides us with vital match experience.
