Virtus.pro Shocks MLBB MSC 2025 – Group Stage Draw and Women’s Invitational Revealed

Virtus.pro (VP) has done the unthinkable — making an unforgettable international debut by winning the Wild Card and clinching the final spot in the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Mid Season Cup (MSC) at the 2025 Esports World Cup (EWC).

This underdog tale is only the beginning as the Group Stage draw reveals an explosive lineup, and the MLBB Women’s Invitational (MWI) is set to bring female esports to the forefront starting 15 July 2025.

Virtus.pro Claims Final MSC Slot in Thrilling Wild Card Run

In an electrifying Best-of-Five (BO5) final on 13 July, Virtus.pro, representing Eastern Europe and Central Asia (EECA), defeated China’s Rare Atom (RA) with a 3-1 scoreline. T

his victory marked VP’s first-ever international MLBB appearance, capping off their meteoric rise through MLBB Continental Championships (MCC) Season 5.

VP’s journey was anything but easy — from navigating Closed Qualifiers, scraping through Lower Brackets in the Play-Ins, and finishing second in the Playoffs to earning their coveted Wild Card slot. Their resilience and tenacity have made them a fan favorite and a true Cinderella story.

Led by Andoryuuu (Jungler), BadKot (EXP Laner), Bober (Mid Laner), superegorka (Marksman), and Pluto (Roamer), Virtus.pro’s rise symbolizes the unpredictable and dynamic nature of MLBB Esports — where the path to greatness is open to all.

Group Stage Draw Revealed: Group A Becomes “Group of Death”

Right after their Wild Card win, Virtus.pro were slotted into Group A, joining the likes of Selangor Red Giants OG Esports (SRG) — the defending MSC champions. The draw has already sparked debate as Group A features three powerhouses:

• Team Liquid (Philippines) – MPL PH champions
• ONIC ID (Indonesia) – MPL ID titans
• SRG (Malaysia) – MSC 2024 winners

This loaded group is already being called the “Group of Death,” and Virtus.pro’s underdog run will face its biggest test yet.

Meanwhile, Group B isn’t lacking star power either. Featuring ONIC PH (reigning MLBB World Champions) and crowd favorites RRQ Hoshi, Group B promises fierce clashes and redemption arcs — especially for ONIC PH, who lost their MPL crown to Team Liquid in Season 15.

Main Stage MSC 2025: What You Need to Know

The MSC 2025 Main Stage runs from 23 July to 2 August in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with a USD 3 million prize pool — the largest in MLBB MSC history. Sixteen elite teams will compete in a Best-of-Three (BO3), double-elimination format during the Group Stage (23–27 July).

Winners will proceed to the Knockout Stage in hopes of lifting the championship trophy — but with such a competitive draw, no team is safe.

MLBB Women’s Invitational 2025 Begins 15 July

Before the Main Stage, all eyes are on the MLBB Women’s Invitational (MWI) 2025, which kicks off from 15 to 19 July. MWI is the largest women’s MLBB tournament in the world, featuring:

• 16 top teams from 57 regions
• A USD 500,000 prize pool
• Enhanced format with BO3 Group Stage and BO7 Grand Finals

The tournament aims to crown the new Queens of MLBB Esports, continuing the momentum from 2024’s edition, which saw over 2.5 million Hours Watched, according to Esports Charts.

MWI 2025 Format Breakdown:

• 15–17 July: Group Stage – BO3, double elimination
• 17–18 July: Knockout Stage – BO3, single elimination
• 19 July:
  – Third-place Match – BO5
  – Grand Finals – BO7

With increased representation and more regions participating, MWI 2025 represents MOONTON Games’ commitment to a #Limitless future for women in esports.

The launch of new official MLBB Women’s channels on Instagram and TikTok further cements this vision, offering visibility and support to female esports talent globally.

MLBB’s Dominance at Esports World Cup

2024 was a historic year for MLBB at the Esports World Cup, and 2025 looks to raise the bar even further. Last year’s MSC Grand Finals — AP.Bren vs. Selangor Red Giants — reached 2.38 million Peak Concurrent Viewers (PCV). SRG’s win marked Malaysia’s first international MLBB trophy.

MWI 2024 also became the only women’s tournament featured at the inaugural EWC and shattered viewership records. These milestones are why MLBB proudly returns under the banner “One Game, Two Champions”.

Whether it’s Virtus.pro’s Cinderella story, the star-studded clashes of the MSC 2025 Main Stage, or the rise of new queens in MWI 2025 — MLBB is shining brighter than ever at the Esports World Cup.

The Group Stage drama begins 23 July, but the action starts sooner with MWI from 15 July. Whether you’re rooting for a seasoned powerhouse or a rising underdog, it’s time to #EncounterTheUnknown and witness MLBB Esports at its most competitive and inclusive.

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