MWI 2025: 16 Global Teams, $500K Prize Pool, and a New Era for Women in MLBB

The Esports World Cup (EWC) 2025 enters Week 2 with one of its most celebrated events—the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Women’s Invitational (MWI).

Returning for its second consecutive year, MWI 2025 raises the bar once again for women’s esports, spotlighting 16 powerhouse teams from 13 different regions and bringing women’s mobile gaming to the forefront on a global scale.

The Legacy Continues

Last year’s inaugural MWI at the EWC made history with a dramatic final that saw Smart Omega Empress, a team of rising all-Filipino stars, defy all odds by sweeping fan-favorite Team Vitality, ending the Indonesian team’s monumental 24-match unbeaten streak.

The Grand Finals captivated over 265,000 viewers online, proving that women’s MLBB action isn’t just catching up—it’s leading the charge.

Now in 2025, the same triumphant roster is back—but under a legendary new banner: Natus Vincere PH. They’re not just defending their title—they’re rewriting the narrative of women in esports.

A Historic Expansion

MWI 2025 represents a monumental leap for women in MLBB. With 16 teams—up from 12 last year—and qualifiers spanning 57 regions (up from 46), this year’s edition becomes the largest women’s tournament in MLBB history.

Here are the competing teams for MWI 2025:

• Natus Vincere PH
• Team Vitality
• ONIC Pertiwi
• Natus Vincere MY
• Team Liquid
• SFU Serendipity
• Falcons Vega MENA
• DreamMax Girls
• Rising Rage
• WAOW GG Esports
• Virtus.pro FE
• FUT Esports
• Gaimin Gladiators
• Twisted Minds Orchid
• Tidal Legends Gaming
• Terror Queens

With $500,000 in prize money and an additional $50,000 MVP award, plus 3,350 EWC Club Championship points at stake, the stage is set for a historic showdown.

The MWI is more than a tournament. It’s a statement.

“Our goal with MWI goes beyond just being a tournament. It’s about laying the foundations for a more sustainable and inclusive esports ecosystem,” said Ray Ng, Head of Esports Ecosystem at MOONTON Games. “Being the largest women’s tournament at EWC 25 is a milestone, but it also reinforces our responsibility to lead by example.”

MOONTON Games’ dedication to representation and growth has resulted in a wave of top-tier esports clubs investing in female rosters. For the first time, organizations like Natus Vincere, Virtus.pro, and Team Liquid are fielding all-women MLBB teams.

These aren’t symbolic entries either—they’re serious contenders. In fact, Natus Vincere PH and Team Vitality have already clashed in thrilling rematches since last year, with both teams trading victories. The 2025 edition is shaping up to be the most competitive MWI ever, with high-caliber gameplay expected from day one.

High Stakes in the Club Championship

Beyond bragging rights and prize money, MWI 2025 could heavily influence the broader EWC Club Championship. The performance of these women’s teams could shift rankings, especially since Natus Vincere, Virtus.pro, Falcons, and Team Liquid are all in the hunt for the overall Club Championship crown.

The integration of women’s results into the championship ecosystem is a bold move—and a much-needed one. It reflects a more holistic view of esports, one that doesn’t separate but instead elevates every division of talent equally.

Eyes on the MVP

The MVP award, now carrying a $50,000 prize, brings another layer of intensity. Last year’s MVP, Aeri of Natus Vincere PH (then Omega Empress), is back and widely tipped to lead the MVP race again. But with so much new talent entering the fray, the crown is far from guaranteed.

Fans should also keep an eye on FUT Esports’ midlaner Nika, Virtus.pro FE’s jungler Lisa, and Team Liquid’s rookie tank Yasmin, all of whom are expected to deliver standout performances.

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As EWC 2025 continues to make headlines, the return of the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Women’s Invitational is a celebration of progress, talent, and opportunity in esports. With bigger stakes, more teams, and unforgettable storylines, MWI 2025 isn’t just a side event—it’s a central piece of the global esports movement.

From the underdog rise of Natus Vincere PH, to veteran redemption arcs, and the inclusion revolution spearheaded by MOONTON Games, this year’s tournament promises to be one for the history books.

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