Few rivalries in Esports come close to the fire between the Philippines and Indonesia in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang. For two years in a row, they’ve faced off in WEC finals, each time with a different outcome. Indonesia took the crown in 2022 in front of their own crowd, then the Philippines struck back last year in Romania. Now, the question everyone’s asking is: who’s bringing home the title in 2024?
What makes this rivalry so special?
Every time these two hit the stage, viewership hits record highs. Over 700,000 fans tuned in last year to watch the final showdown, with viewers from all corners of the globe glued to their screens, and that’s not even counting the signature chanting fans in the stands that follow their national champs everywhere.
New Lineups, Same rivalry
Indonesia’s already turned their engines on, coming in hot with a new squad this year: Team Fnatic ONIC. These fresh national champions have been smashing records in the regional qualifiers, sending a clear message: they’re here to reclaim the crown, and they might be even stronger than last year’s lineup. Meanwhile, the Philippines has been quietly watching from the sidelines, automatically qualified as last year’s reigning champs. This year, Team RRQ Kaito will represent them at WEC24 after defeating last year’s World Esports Champions, AP Bren, in the Philippines National Qualifiers. With their new lineup, they are ready to remind everyone why they’re at the top and defend their legacy.
While all eyes are on these two, they aren’t the only ones with big dreams. Teams from countries like Malaysia and Egypt are here to prove they belong on the top of the podium, ready to disrupt the established order and chase the crown. Could this be the year someone finally shakes things up? New rosters and nations are joining the mix, and anything is possible!
So, who’s your pick? Are we in for another Philippines-Indonesia classic, or will a new champion step up and snatch the shiniest medal right out of their hands?
