Selangor Red Giants have triumphed as the champions of the Mobile Legends Bang Bang (MLBB) Esports World Cup 2024. This victory marks a historic milestone as the Mid Season Cup 2024 ventured outside Southeast Asia for the first time, igniting excitement among the global gaming community.
A Journey to Glory
The MLBB Esports World Cup 2024 concluded on July 14, 2024, with a thrilling final between Selangor Red Giants and Falcons AP.Bren. This article chronicles the champions' remarkable journey through the tournament.
Road to the Finals
Twenty-three top MLBB professional teams arrived in Riyadh to compete for the largest prize pool in MLBB Esports history—$3 million USD. Sixteen teams qualified for the Group Stage, including 15 regional Qualifier champions and the winner of the WildCard tournament.
Selangor Red Giants, the Esports division of Malaysia's Selangor FC, entered the tournament as unbeaten champions of MPL Malaysia 2024. Placed in Group B, they faced formidable opponents such as See You Soon, Team Falcons, and Fnatic ONIC.
- Group Stage Performance:
- Drew against Fnatic ONIC.
- Secured victories against Team Falcons (2-0) and See You Soon (2-0), advancing to the Quarterfinals.
Knockout Stages
In the Quarterfinals, Selangor Red Giants faced FireFlux Esport, an underdog team from Group A. Despite a challenging match, the Giants emerged victorious with a 3-2 win.
- Quarterfinals:
- Defeated FireFlux Esport 3-2.
The Semifinals pitted them against NIP Flash, led by seasoned EXP Laner Diablo. The Giants showcased their dominance, sweeping NIP Flash 3-0.
- Semifinals:
- Triumphed over NIP Flash 3-0.
The Grand Finale
The final showdown saw Selangor Red Giants clashing with Falcons AP.Bren, the reigning champions of the M5 World Championship. The series was intensely competitive, with both teams pushing each other to the limit.
- Final Match Highlights:
- Game 1: Falcons AP.Bren took the lead.
- Game 2: Red Giants leveled the score.
- Game 3: Falcons AP.Bren reclaimed the lead.
- Games 4 & 5: Red Giants surged ahead, winning both games.
- Game 6: Falcons AP.Bren tied the series, forcing a decisive Game 7.
In the final game, Selangor Red Giants displayed exceptional skill and strategy, dominating Falcons AP.Bren to clinch the championship title.
Conclusion
Selangor Red Giants' journey in the MLBB Esports World Cup 2024 was nothing short of a fairytale. Their consistent performance, strategic prowess, and unyielding spirit propelled them to the pinnacle of esports glory. As champions, they have set a new standard in the MLBB community, inspiring fans and aspiring gamers worldwide.
