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  • Team Liquid PH, Team Falcons PH headline MPL PH Season 18 opening week 

    Team Liquid PH, Team Falcons PH headline MPL PH Season 18 opening week 

    The road to another Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Philippines championship begins August 21, with MPL Philippines Season 18 bringing together eight teams and a familiar rivalry that could immediately set the tone for the new campaign.

     

    The opening week at Victoria Sports Tower will waste little time delivering a blockbuster.

     

    Defending champion Team Liquid PH will begin its title defense against Team Falcons PH, giving fans an early replay of last season’s grand finals. But while TLPH enters the season with continuity, Falcons comes in carrying the memory of a painful 4-2 defeat that denied them the championship.

     

    For Team Liquid, the mission is bigger than simply defending the crown, the Cavalry is chasing a historic four-peat while keeping its championship core intact. Karl Gabriel “KarlTzy” Nepomuceno remains at the forefront, alongside exp laner Sanford “Sanford” Vinuya, midlaner Alston “Sanji” Pabico, roamer Jaypee “Jaypee” Gonzales, and jungler Dave “Teddyqt” Viaña.



    That stability could be crucial after the champions endured an unusually difficult international campaign. Team Liquid PH went winless and suffered an early exit from the Mid-Season Cup in Paris, leaving the squad with something to prove when the domestic season resumes.

     

    Falcons, meanwhile, will try to turn last season’s heartbreak into motivation as the team finished the MPL PH Season 17 regular season with an impressive 12-2 record, earning the second seed before making its way to the grand Finals. Their Finals appearance also secured a place at MSC 2026, where they joined the Philippine representatives in Paris.

     

    Now, their first assignment is the team that stood between them and the title.

     

    Before that Finals rematch takes center stage, however, the season will officially get underway with ONIC Philippines taking on Aurora PH in the opening match on August 21.

     

    That matchup also introduces one of the biggest changes of the offseason as ONIC has handed the head-coaching reins to multi-titled midlaner Angelo “Pheww” Arcangel, who makes the transition from player to coach after a short stint with EVOS in MPL Indonesia.

     

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    Pheww brings a decorated résumé to the position. He previously helped AP.Bren capture multiple championships before moving under the Team Falcons banner, and he will now attempt to guide ONIC’s King “K1NGKONG” Perez, Frince “Super Frince” Ramirez, Jann “Kirk” Guttierez, import Clayton “Saver” Kuswanto, and Czedrick “Super Yoshi” Romero.

     

    The arrival of Super Yoshi is another notable adjustment to the lineup. He has taken over a starting role from veteran roamer Borris “Brusko” Parro, who will begin the season on the bench.

     

    With familiar champions, a revenge-minded finalist and a new coaching era all packed into the opening week, Season 18 already has plenty of storylines before the first major battles unfold.

     

    Omega Esports, TNC Pro Team, AP Bren and Twisted Minds PH will also see action during the first week, ensuring all eight teams get their campaigns underway early.

     

    The regular-season schedule will feature seven matches per week: two on Friday, three on Saturday and two on Sunday.

     

    There is also a scheduling adjustment later in the campaign. Week 8 will begin on Thursday, October 8, 2026, but there will be no matches scheduled for Saturday, October 10.

     

    For MPL PH, the new season is not simply another title race. It is a chance for Team Liquid to continue its reign, for Falcons to rewrite the ending of their previous campaign, and for contenders like ONIC to see whether major changes can quickly translate into results.

     

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  • Team Falcons PH keeps title hopes alive as Team Liquid PH exits MSC 2026 

    Team Falcons PH keeps title hopes alive as Team Liquid PH exits MSC 2026 

    With one Philippine contender already out of the race, Team Falcons PH made sure the country’s campaign at the 2026 MLBB Mid-Season Cup would continue.


    Facing elimination in the lower bracket, the MPL Philippines squad delivered when it mattered most, sweeping Team Falcons MENA, 2-0, on Sunday in Paris, France, to book the country’s lone spot in the knockout stage and keep its championship aspirations alive.

     

    The victory came just hours after defending champion Team Liquid PH suffered a stunning early exit, leaving Team Falcons PH with the responsibility of carrying the Philippine banner for the remainder of the tournament.

     

    A familiar face played a pivotal role in the turnaround. Returning to the international stage for the first time since representing Blacklist International at the M4 World Championship in 2024, Mildaner Salic “Hadji” Imam wasted no time making his presence felt. 

     

    Piloting Selena in Game 1, Hadji orchestrated an explosive 3-0 start that gave Team Falcons PH early momentum and dictated the pace of the match.

     

    Despite the fast opening, the Filipinos remained disciplined throughout the contest, methodically controlling objectives before jungler Michael “Kyle” Sayson secured an uncontested Lord in the 16th minute. The crucial objective cracked open Team Falcons MENA’s defenses and paved the way for Team Falcons PH to take the opening game.

     

    Kyle once again rose to the occasion in Game 2. Using Hirara, the jungler claimed another game-changing Lord before the 14-minute mark before taking over the decisive clash. 

     

    Kyle wiped out Team Falcons MENA almost single-handedly, completing a Maniac to seal the sweep and punch Team Falcons PH’s ticket to the playoffs.

     

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    The victory sets up an immediate opportunity for revenge. Team Falcons PH will face Indonesian powerhouse Team Vitality in the knockout quarterfinals after previously falling 2-0 to the MPL Indonesia Season 17 champions in the upper bracket semifinals—a defeat that sent the Filipinos into the lower bracket in the first place.

     

    The remaining quarterfinal pairings feature Aurora Turkiye against Onic Indonesia, while Team Vamos battles Team Spirit and Pro Esports squares off with Yangon Galacticos.

     

    While Team Falcons PH celebrated survival, the tournament came to a disappointing end for Team Liquid PH.

     

    The reigning champions were eliminated after suffering a 2-0 defeat to Peru’s Entity 7 on Sunday, marking the earliest exit ever by a Philippine representative since the competition began as the MLBB Southeast Asia Cup in 2017.

     

    Team Liquid PH looked poised to force a deciding game after controlling the early stages, but momentum shifted dramatically following a seventh-minute midlane skirmish where Karl “Karltzy” Nepomuceno’s Hirara and Jaypee “Jaypee” Dela Cruz’s Hilda were picked off.

     

    Entity 7 capitalized on the opening and never looked back. Another double kill involving Jaypee and Sanford “Sanford” Vinuya’s Barats widened the gap before the Peruvian squad closed out the deciding game with a 12-8 victory to eliminate the defending champions.

     

    The result consigned Team Liquid PH to a 13th-16th place finish—the worst performance by any Philippine team in either of Mobile Legends: Bang Bang’s two S-tier international tournaments. 

     

    That disappointing campaign has now placed even greater importance on Team Falcons PH, which enters the playoffs as the country’s last hope of reclaiming the MSC crown.

     

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  • Team Liquid PH pushed to brink after opening loss in MSC 2026

    The Philippines’ campaign at the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Mid-Season Cup (MSC) 2026 has already split into two contrasting storylines.


    While Team Falcons PH wasted little time asserting itself as a championship contender, defending champion Team Liquid PH suddenly finds its title defense hanging by a thread after a stunning opening-series defeat.

     

    Team Liquid entered the tournament carrying the confidence of last year’s dominant championship run, but Aurora Gaming quickly turned that narrative upside down with a convincing 2-0 victory that pushed the MPL Philippines Season 17 champions into the Group B Lower Bracket Quarterfinals.

     

    Aurora seized control from the opening game through a draft built around sustain and objective control. 

     

    Rosa piloted a mid-lane Rafaela against Alston “Sanji” Pabico’s Eudora, and the strategy paid immediate dividends as the Turkish squad claimed all three Turtle objectives while overwhelming Team Liquid with an 18-1 kill advantage en route to a swift nine-minute victory.

     

    The opening defeat exposed Team Liquid’s difficulty in breaking through Aurora’s composition, putting Karl “Karltzy” Nepomuceno and company on the back foot for the remainder of the series.

     

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    Aurora doubled down on its unconventional approach in Game 2, catching Team Liquid off guard by fielding Sigibum’s Paquito in the gold lane.

     

    The Turkish representatives maintained complete control during the early stages, racing to a 3-0 kill lead without conceding a single death. 

     

    Team Liquid eventually found a spark during a clash in the top lane when Sanji’s Zetian unleashed Fury of the Phoenix, setting up Sanford “Sanford” Vinuya’s Arlott for a double kill.

     

    The momentum, however, proved short-lived as Aurora continued to dictate the pace before delivering the knockout blow during a 14-minute siege. 

     

    Pagui’s Atlas found the perfect initiation with a Flicker-Fatal Links combo, creating the opening for Aurora to destroy Team Liquid’s base crystal and complete the series sweep.

     

    The loss immediately places the defending champions in survival mode. Instead of cruising through the upper bracket as many expected, Team Liquid must now defeat Entity 7 in the Group B Lower Bracket Quarterfinals to keep its MSC title defense alive. Another defeat would end the Filipinos’ campaign much earlier than anticipated—a dramatic contrast to the flawless run that carried them to last year’s championship.

     

    While Team Liquid searches for answers, fellow Philippine representative Team Falcons PH enjoyed a far smoother opening.

     

    The Falcons dispatched China’s Guangzhou Gaming with a commanding 2-0 sweep to secure their place in the upper bracket without facing serious resistance.

     

    The victory sends Team Falcons PH into a showdown against Team Vitality in the upper bracket, while Team Liquid PH prepares for an elimination match against Entity 7 with its tournament life hanging in the balance.

     

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  • Team Liquid PH makes history with unstoppable MPL Philippines three-peat championship

    Team Liquid PH makes history with unstoppable MPL Philippines three-peat championship

    On Sunday at the San Juan Arena, the defending champions Team Liquid PH completed a historic three-peat in MPL Philippines Season 17, overpowering Team Falcons PH, 4-2, in the grand finals to secure their third straight league crown.

     

    It was a championship run that felt like a full-circle moment for Team Liquid PH, which had suffered its only defeat of the season at the hands of Falcons during the regular season, a loss that quietly fueled their eventual dominance when it mattered most.

     

    The victory also served as redemption for a squad that entered Season 17 under a cloud of doubt after integrating two rookies into its lineup. 

     

    Many had questioned whether the team could even return to the playoffs, yet they ended the season not just competing, but rewriting MPL history as the first organization to win three consecutive titles from Seasons 15 to 17.

     

    Their playoff campaign further silenced critics. Team Liquid PH arrived undefeated, swept Omega Esports 3-0 in the upper bracket, and then outclassed ONIC Philippines 3-1 to punch their ticket to both the grand finals and the 2026 Esports World Cup in Paris, where they will defend their Mobile Legends Mid-Season Cup title.

     

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    Team Falcons PH, meanwhile, crafted their own resilient narrative. After dropping into the lower bracket following a 0-3 defeat to ONIC Philippines, they clawed their way back with a 3-1 win over Smart Omega before avenging their earlier loss against ONIC with a 4-2 victory to set up a finals rematch with Team Liquid PH.

     

    But in the championship series, the defending champions showed no room for redemption. The turning point came in Game 5, where Sanford “Sanford” Vinuya delivered a masterclass performance on Paquito, finishing with an 8-0-2 line in a devastating 13-2 win that lasted just 10 minutes. 

     

    The commanding performance pushed Team Liquid PH to match point and earned Sanford the Finals MVP honors.

     

    Rookie gold laner Dave “Teddy” Viaña stepped up in key moments to stabilize the closing games, while veteran presence from Karl “Karltzy” Nepomuceno and Jaypee “Jaypee” Dela Cruz continued to anchor the team’s composure under pressure. 

     

    The championship also marked Sanford’s first MPL title, while Teddy and midlaner Alston “Sanji” Pabico added a fifth league crown to their resumes.

     

    For Karltzy and Jaypee, the triumph further extended their legacy as the league’s most decorated players, each now holding six MPL titles.

     

    Beyond the trophies, the win symbolized a deeper evolution for Team Liquid PH an organization that began the season facing roster questions, particularly around its gold lane stability, but ended it as a dynasty unshaken by doubt.

     

    For Team Falcons PH, the campaign still ends with promise. Despite falling short in the finals, their comeback run secured them a place alongside Team Liquid PH as the Philippines’ representatives at the Mobile Legends Mid-Season Cup in Paris this July, part of the global Esports World Cup stage.

     

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  • ONIC PH, Team Liquid PH set up heavyweight clash after dominant MPL PH Playoff wins 

    ONIC PH, Team Liquid PH set up heavyweight clash after dominant MPL PH Playoff wins 

    The race for the MPL Philippines Season 17 crown is beginning to separate contenders from survivors — and after two days of playoff battles, ONIC Philippines and Team Liquid PH are starting to look like the teams to beat.

     

    What began with tense elimination matches on Wednesday quickly shifted into a showcase of dominance on Thursday as both squads marched into the upper bracket finals with convincing sweeps.

     

    But before ONIC PH could even think about facing defending champions Team Liquid PH, the team first had to survive one of the most dramatic series of the playoffs.

     

    Matched against M7 World Champions Aurora Gaming in the opening round, ONIC PH found itself pushed to the limit in a grueling five-game showdown. Aurora, despite entering the playoffs with a shaky 5-9 regular season record, still flashed the brilliance that once made them world champions.

     

    The Northern Lights controlled stretches of the series and nearly completed the upset, but ONIC PH refused to fold under pressure.

     

    In Game 4, ONIC completely flipped the momentum behind a ruthless 14-minute victory powered by Cyric “K1ngkong” Perez. Using Leomord, K1ngkong dominated the jungle matchup and exploded for a 5-1-4 KDA as ONIC rolled to a commanding 10-4 kill advantage to force a deciding Game 5.

     

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    Aurora looked poised to survive elimination after controlling much of the early and middle stages of the decider, but ONIC’s patience paid off late. One by one, Aurora’s heroes fell during crucial team fights as ONIC staged a dramatic comeback to complete the reverse momentum swing.

     

    Savero emerged as the closer for ONIC PH, delivering a flawless performance on Karrie with a 6-0-5 KDA to secure the Game 5 MVP honors and eliminate the former world champions from contention.

     

    For Aurora, the loss closed the curtain on a difficult Season 17 campaign. Just months removed from winning the franchise’s first M-Series world title, the team struggled to maintain consistency in what many consider the toughest MPL region in Mobile Legends esports. Aurora only secured a playoff berth during the final week of the regular season before ultimately running out of answers against ONIC’s resilience.

     

    While ONIC survived a war, Smart Omega took a more methodical route to the next round after dispatching Twisted Minds, 3-1.

     

    Twisted Minds stole Game 1 after capitalizing on key pickoffs and numerical advantages against Omega, but the momentum quickly shifted afterward.

     

    Omega tightened its rotations and dominated the next three games behind several standout performances. Minguin orchestrated team fights with a clean 2-0-6 KDA on Yve, Raizen exploded on Leomord with an 8-1-4 performance, while Perkziva anchored the lineup with a flawless 0-0-12 KDA on Khaleed.

     

    By Game 4, Omega had complete control of the series, needing only 14 minutes to close out Twisted Minds and secure a date with defending champions Team Liquid PH.

     

    Thursday, however, proved far more unforgiving.

     

    ONIC PH barely showed signs of fatigue despite coming off a five-game thriller the day before, sweeping Falcons, 3-0, in a one-sided upper bracket semifinal series. K1ngkong once again dictated the pace for ONIC, while Kelra and Super Frince consistently won key fights to deny Falcons any chance of establishing momentum.

     

    The series never truly felt close as ONIC overwhelmed Falcons in objectives, map control, and late-game execution. Falcons struggled to keep up with ONIC’s tempo and were eliminated from upper bracket contention in just three games.

     

    Team Liquid PH delivered an equally commanding statement against Smart Omega. The defending champions looked fully in control from the opening game, dismantling Omega’s setups with disciplined macro play and superior objective control. Team Liquid PH’s chemistry and composure consistently neutralized Omega’s aggressive attempts to create openings, leading to another clean 3-0 sweep.

     

    The victory extended Team Liquid PH’s dominant playoff form and reinforced why the squad remains the favorite to defend its MPL PH crown.

     

    Now, the playoffs narrow even further. On Friday, Falcons and Smart Omega will battle for survival in the lower bracket, while ONIC Philippines and Team Liquid PH collide in a highly anticipated upper bracket finals showdown with a direct grand finals berth on the line.

     

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  • Team Liquid PH caps off dominant Regular Season ahead of MPL PH Season 17 playoff run

    Team Liquid PH caps off dominant Regular Season ahead of MPL PH Season 17 playoff run

    For most teams in the MPL Philippines, a dominant regular season is considered a major accomplishment. For Team Liquid PH, it has quickly become the standard.


    As the MPL Philippines Season 17 playoffs approach, Team Liquid PH enters the postseason not simply as the top seed, but as a squad beginning to establish what could become one of the league’s defining dynasties.

     

    The numbers alone paint a picture of complete control. Team Liquid PH wrapped up the regular season with a commanding 13-1 match record, winning 27 games while dropping only six throughout the entire campaign. Their lone series defeat came during Week 6 against Team Falcons PH in a tightly contested 1-2 result — the only time this season another team managed to hand them a full series loss.

     

    Even the teams that managed to take individual games off them were limited to only a few. AP.Bren and Aurora Gaming PH each secured single-game victories, but no team consistently threatened Team Liquid PH’s control throughout the season.

     

    Meanwhile, Omega, ONIC PH, TNC, and Twisted Minds PH all suffered clean sweeps at the hands of the defending champions.

     

    What separates Team Liquid PH from the rest of the field is not only their ability to win, but how comprehensively they dictate games statistically.

     

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    The team finished first in Gold Per Minute with an impressive 3,326 average while also leading the league in Total Kills with 463. Their aggressive yet coordinated style also translated into one of the strongest support systems in the league, ranking second overall in Total Assists with 1,121.

     

    KarlTzy once again proved why he remains one of the most feared junglers in the region after topping the league in Total Kills with 154 while also leading Average Gold Per Minute with 784.

     

    His teammate Teddy followed closely behind in the same category, ranking second overall with 761 average gold per minute.

     

    The playmaking responsibilities were equally balanced across the roster, with Jaypee finishing first in Total Assists with 328 while Sanji secured third place with 274.

     

    Rather than relying on a single superstar, Team Liquid PH has built a system where every role consistently pressures opponents — whether through farming efficiency, map control, or teamfight execution.

     

    That balance may be what makes them particularly dangerous entering the playoffs.

     

    Now carrying momentum and statistical superiority into the postseason, Team Liquid PH is seeking its third straight MPL Philippines championship and fourth domestic title overall since joining the league in Season 13 back in 2024.

     

    But while Team Liquid PH headlines the playoff picture, the chase behind them remains competitive.

     

    Team Falcons PH secured the second seed after finishing with a strong 12-2 series record, earning an automatic berth into the upper bracket semifinals alongside Team Liquid PH.

     

    Meanwhile, ONIC Philippines, Omega Esports, Twisted Minds PH, and Aurora Gaming PH advanced to the Play-Ins phase, where survival becomes far less forgiving.

     

    For AP.Bren and TNC Pro Team, however, the season ended earlier than expected after failing to qualify for the postseason.

     

    The MPL Philippines Season 17 Playoffs will run from May 27 to 31 at the San Juan Arena.

     

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  • Team Liquid PH turns week 7 into statement run, locks upper bracket spot in MPL PH Season 17 

    Team Liquid PH turns week 7 into statement run, locks upper bracket spot in MPL PH Season 17 

    In Week 7, the defending champions, Team Liquid PH reminded the entire league why they remain the gold standard of consistency, coordination, and late-season dominance.


    Team Liquid PH is back on their sweep era as they pulled off consecutive 2-0 victories over Smart Omega and TNC Pro Team, securing both the top spot and an upper bracket advantage heading into the MPL Philippines Season 17 playoffs.

     

    At the center of the resurgence were Karl “KarlTzy” Nepomuceno and Jaypee “Jaypee” Dela Cruz, whose chemistry and veteran composure became the foundation of Team Liquid’s commanding week. 

     

    While KarlTzy dictated the pace with explosive carry performances, Jaypee quietly anchored the squad through disciplined setups and near-flawless team fight execution.

     

    The victories pushed TLPH to a league-best 12-1 record, making them the first team to officially secure an upper bracket berth this season.

     

    Their Week 7 campaign began with a convincing 2-0 sweep over Smart Omega, ending Omega’s four-match winning streak and immediately sending a message to the rest of the league that Team Liquid had fully regained its championship rhythm.

     

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    In Game 1, KarlTzy’s Harley completely took over the map, finishing with a perfect 6-0-7 KDA to give Team Liquid an early series edge. 

     

    His rotations and pickoffs consistently disrupted Omega’s attempts to stabilize the game, allowing the Cavalry to dictate every major objective.

     

    Smart Omega attempted to respond in Game 2, but Team Liquid remained composed throughout the contest. 

     

    Jaypee emerged as the stabilizing force for the defending champions, earning MVP honors behind a spotless 0-0-13 KDA alongside a massive 93% kill participation rate that highlighted his influence in nearly every successful engagement.

     

    TLPH carried the same intensity into their series against TNC Pro Team last Sunday, sweeping another opponent and handing TNC its fourth loss of the season.

     

    Game 1 quickly turned into a showcase for KarlTzy, whose Suyou delivered one of the most explosive moments of the week after securing a triple kill during the final base siege. The jungler ended the game with a dominant 13-1-2 KDA performance to secure MVP honors once again.

     

    The defending champions refused to slow down in Game 2 as KarlTzy shifted to Guinevere and continued his rampage, ending the match with an immaculate 9-0-4 KDA to complete another clean sweep.

     

    Because of his exceptional Week 7 performance, KarlTzy secured the Player of the Week award after producing a staggering combined 34-3-20 KDA across both series. 

     

    He also earned a place in the Team of the Week while Team Liquid PH topped multiple team statistics including Gold Per Minute, Average Kills, and Damage Per Minute.

     

    In Week 8, Team Liquid PH will face one final test before the MPL Philippines Season 17 playoffs begin as they take on current third-seeded ONIC Philippines on May 17 Sunday.

     

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  • Dave “Teddy” Viaña turns second home into proving ground as Team Liquid PH stays unbeaten in MPL Season 17 

    Dave “Teddy” Viaña turns second home into proving ground as Team Liquid PH stays unbeaten in MPL Season 17 

    For Dave “Teddy” Viaña, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang was never just a game—it became a refuge when life at home felt uncertain.


    As Team Liquid PH continues its dominant run in MPL Philippines Season 17, the 20-year-old rookie is quietly shaping one of the most compelling breakout stories of the season.

     

    Years ago, Teddy faced the possibility of leaving home when his parents decided to separate. In that difficult stretch, he found direction in Mobile Legends, turning to the game as a constant while everything else felt unstable. 

     

    Climbing into the Top 100 global rankings, Teddy earned a spot with amateur squad Gamer Pact—a crucial step that opened doors to the professional scene.

     

    Now, in a full-circle moment, his family was present at Victoria Sports Tower as he helped Team Liquid PH secure a statement victory over defending world champion Aurora.

     

    But Teddy isn’t content with simply being part of the story. He made it clear that he intends to prove he belongs and not as a temporary fix, but as a core piece of the roster.

     

    Originally, Team Liquid PH planned to bring in Indonesian import Sultan “Aeronnshikii” Muhammad for the season. However, eligibility issues forced a late adjustment, with Aeronnshikii eventually moving to Malaysia’s AC Esports. 

     

    The team briefly fielded Kim “Daiki” Sebanes before turning to Teddy, a decision that has since paid off.

     

    Since his inclusion, Team Liquid PH has remained flawless, posting a 9-0 record and becoming the first squad to clinch a playoff berth.

     

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    Teddy’s individual numbers reflect his impact. He currently leads Week 5’s Leaderboard in KDA with an impressive 13.33, far ahead of ONIC PH’s Super SuperFrince at 7.63. He also ranks third in Average Gold Per Minute at 761, just behind teammate KarlTzy, who tops the list at 773.

     

    The numbers highlight more than just efficiency—they underline a player determined to silence doubts. Despite early perceptions that the team was merely “safe” for a Top 8 finish, Teddy has embraced the pressure of proving otherwise.

     

    With the playoffs set at the San Juan Arena from May 27 to 31, Team Liquid PH has already secured its place, but the work isn’t over.

     

    The unbeaten squad faces another test in Week 6, taking on Team Falcons on May 2 and AP Bren on May 3—matches that will further gauge whether their dominance can hold against the league’s toughest challengers.

     

    Beyond Teddy’s rise, Team Liquid PH’s success this season has been built on disciplined macro play, strong drafting, and veteran leadership, particularly from MPL champions like KarlTzy. 

     

    Their ability to consistently control objectives and dictate tempo has made them one of the most efficient teams in the league, translating early-game advantages into clean finishes, one of the key reasons behind their perfect 9-0 start.

     

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  • Team Liquid PH continues dominant run, clinches first playoff spot in MPL PH Season 17 

    Team Liquid PH continues dominant run, clinches first playoff spot in MPL PH Season 17 

    Perfection, at some point, stops being a goal and starts becoming a target. That’s the space Team Liquid PH now occupies in MPL Philippines Season 17.Week 5 extended their winning streak after beating Aurora Gaming PH and Twisted Minds.


    The defending champions extended their unbeaten run to 9-0 and became the first team to secure a playoff spot after back-to-back 2-0 sweeps of Aurora Gaming PH and Twisted Minds at the Victoria Sports Tower in Quezon City. 

     

    With the streak, they are now closing in on the 13-game regular season record set by Northern Lights in Season 16.

     

    At the center of their success is KarlTzy, who continues to deliver standout performances. He earned three Game MVPs in Week 5—two against Aurora and one against Twisted Minds. 

     

    While also leading the league in average gold per minute with 773. He currently ranks second in average kills with 4.19, with teammate Sanford also making his mark among the league leaders.

     

    Against Aurora, Team Liquid PH quickly took control of the series. In Game 1, they built an 8–1 kill lead within the first seven minutes and closed the game in just 11 minutes, finishing with a massive 8,800 gold advantage. KarlTzy led the way with a flawless 6-0-5 KDA.

     

    Aurora showed more fight in Game 2, gaining early momentum, but Team Liquid PH’s superior map control and coordination gradually turned the tide. A decisive final push sealed the sweep, with KarlTzy posting a 4-0-4 KDA to secure back-to-back MVP honors.

     

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    The momentum carried into their match against Twisted Minds. In Game 1, Sanji took charge using Valentina, finishing with a strong 3-1-10 KDA as Team Liquid dictated the pace throughout.

     

    Game 2 followed a similar script. Team Liquid PH surged to an 8-3 lead just four minutes in, leaving little room for a comeback. KarlTzy once again delivered a flawless performance, going 7-0-5 on Leomord to complete the sweep and secure their playoff berth.

     

    Beyond the wins, the numbers highlight their consistency. Team Liquid PH leads the league in Lord control at 73.2% and average kills at 14.2, while ranking second in average assists with 33.6—clear signs of a team excelling in both strategy and execution.

     

    Their biggest test yet awaits in Week 6, where they face a red-hot Team Falcons squad riding a six-match winning streak and will also take on AP Bren on May 3.

     

    Meanwhile, the league has officially announced that the MPL PH Season 17 playoffs will be held at the San Juan Arena from May 27 to 31, setting the stage for a high-stakes finish.

     

    For now, Team Liquid PH remains the team to beat—undefeated, in control, and showing no signs of slowing down.

     

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  • Team Liquid PH finishes MPL PH Season 17 first half unbeaten at 7–0 

    Team Liquid PH finishes MPL PH Season 17 first half unbeaten at 7–0 

    Team Liquid PH is turning MPL Philippines Season 17 into a showcase of dominance rather than competition, finishing the first half of the season with a perfect 7–0 record after dismantling ONIC PH in a 2–0 sweep during Week 4. 


    The reigning back-to-back champions didn’t just win—they controlled every layer of the series, from early map pressure to late-game execution, reinforcing why they sit alone at the top of the standings.

     

    Game 1 hinged on a decisive 20-minute Lord fight where jungler Karl “KarlTzy” Nepomuceno’s timing flipped momentum, forcing ONIC into a defensive retreat that quickly collapsed under pressure. 

     

    Midlaner Alston “Sanji” Pabico then sealed the deal with a perfectly timed ultimate, locking down ONIC’s base while Sanford “Sanford” Vinuya added consistent firepower on the sidelines. 

     

    ONIC jungler King Cyric “KingKong” Perez said, “Actually po, expected po namin kung paano maglaro yung TLPH… sobrang tibay po nang na-build nilang foundation sa playstyle nila.”

     

    ONIC acknowledged lapses in communication after failing to convert their early advantage into a win. 

     

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    KarlTzy finished the opener with three kills and eight assists, setting the tone for what followed.

    Game 2 felt even more one-sided, as KarlTzy once again dictated tempo with an uncontested Lord take on Suyou, followed by key pick-offs during a crucial 11th-minute clash. 

     

    He ended the game with a spotless nine kills and one assist, pushing Team Liquid’s perfect streak to seven straight wins.

     

    Rookie Dave “Teddy” Viaña continued to quietly strengthen his case in the gold lane, stepping up amid roster changes and proving his value with steady performances throughout the season. 

     

    Head coach Ong “Aeon” Wei Sheng emphasized the team’s evolving adaptability.

    “There’s more than one way to win the game…It’s about how many of those we can master,” Aeon said.

     

    Statistically, Team Liquid PH now leads the league at 7–0, ahead of Team Falcons PH at 6–1, with ONIC PH at 4-3, Aurora Gaming PH, and Twisted Minds PH tied at 3-4 which are further behind in the standings. 

     

    With momentum fully on their side, the team heads into a highly anticipated rematch against Aurora Gaming PH in Week 5, where their unbeaten run will face another serious test.

     

    Team Liquid’s current campaign isn’t just about winning—it’s about control, consistency, and redefining what dominance looks like in MPL PH Season 17.

     

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