Team Liquid PH won last night's MPL Philippines Season 16 Grand Finals at the Cuneta Astrodome, securing their back-to-back championship title in the country's biggest and longest-running professional Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) league.
In the Bo7 grand finals, Team Liquid PH defeated the formidable Aurora Gaming via a clean sweep 4-0. With their thrilling win, Liquid earned the lion's share of the prize pool of MPL PH S16 and raised the coveted MPL Immortal Cup.
Finals Most Valuable Player (FMVP) was Jaypee "Jaypee" Dela Cruz. He delivered skillful tactics that carried the squad to triumph, making him the game MVP for rounds 2 and 3.
Champions Team Liquid Philippines, along with second placers Aurora Gaming, will represent the country in the M7 World Championship in Indonesia this January 2026. The country aims to extend its five-year championship streak on the world stage.
- Team Liquid - MPL PH S16 roster
- Sanford Marin "Sanford" Vinuya
- Karl Gabriel "KarlTzy" Nepomuceno
- Alston "Sanji" Pabico
- Kiel Calvin "Oheb" Soriano
- Jaypee "Jaypee" Dela Cruz
- John "Perkz" Sumawan (sub)
- Aurora Gaming - MPL PH S16 roster
- Edward "Edward" Jay Dapadap
- Jonard Cedrix "Demonkite" Caranto
- Kenneth "Yue" Tadeo
- Jan "Domengkite" Delmundo
- Dylan "Light" Catipon
- Justin "Calad" Limbo (sub)
Matthew Chan, PH esports head at MOONTON Games, stated:
MPL PH Season 16 has been a phenomenal display and celebration of skill, teamwork, and the unbreakable passion that defines our players. This season stood as a testament to the league's evolution, showcasing the eras that shaped the very identity of Philippine excellence in MLBB esports. From the MLBB esports veterans who built their legacy to the new and rising stars who continue to push its boundaries and show exceptional gameplay, every match told a story of dedication and heart.
The five-day MPL PH Season 16 Playoffs was a full celebration of the country's esports community. Through the partnership with Sony Music Philippines, electrifying performances from Barq (Arkin Magalona), UNXPCTD, Nobita, and Ace Banzuelo transformed the Playoffs Season into a spectacular fusion of music, fandom, and esports spirit.
Next up, SEA Games Thailand 2025 and M7 World Championship
The Philippines' campaign for the Southeast Asian Games 2025 was launched at the MPL PH Season 16 Grand Finals opening ceremony, commemorating the athletes who would represent the nation.
To promote esports athletes, the Games and Amusements Board (GAB) and the Philippine Esports Organization (PESO) attended the ceremony. Their presence showed the agencies' support for the country's esports delegation at the SEA Games 2025 and M7 World Championship.
Marlon Marcelo, PESO executive director, shared:
MPL Philippines continues to be a cornerstone of our esports ecosystem. It serves as the perfect platform for discovering, developing, and celebrating Filipino talent—many of whom go on to represent the country under SIBOL in international tournaments. As we launch our campaign for the SEA Games 2025, we see MPL PH as a vital partner in strengthening the pipeline of world-class athletes who embody the skill, discipline, and passion of Filipino esports.
Jab Escutin, PESO general manager, said:
The great thing about working hand-in-hand with MOONTON Games is that their strong ecosystem directly supports both our national team and the professional scene. Their commitment to support us during multiple international MLBB events creates incredible opportunities for our athletes to showcase their skills on the global stage, and that's a good problem to have. It also reinforces why we have open qualifiers, ensuring that we discover and develop new talent beyond the existing pro players. This partnership helps strengthen the entire esports landscape in the Philippines.
SIBOL Mobile Legends Men's team will be bannered by Team Liquid PH's roster, along with John Carlo "Caloy" Roma. Meanwhile, NAVI PH's core five and Clarisse "CLA" Cordova will play for SIBOL Mobile Legends Women. In December, Bangkok, Thailand, will host the biennial multi-sport 33rd SEA Games.
Let us show our support to all our PH reps in their upcoming international matches. Laban Pinas! – PinoyTechSaga
Cover: Moonton
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