Here are the schedules for the MSC 2025 EWC Knockout Stage and some storylines to keep you hooked up with the matches.
The matches for the upcoming Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Mid Season Cup (MSC) 2025 Knockout Stage at the Esports World Cup (EWC) are set. From 16 teams, only 8 remain, each ready to clash for the championship title, club points, and the lion’s share of the $3 million prize pool.
Below you'll find the full match schedule. Additionally, you’ll also find some key storylines and expectations as the tournament heads into its most intense playoff stage in the MSC 2025 at EWC.
MSC 2025 Knockout Stage match schedules, storylines
Match 1: Team Liquid PH vs Aurora Gaming Türkiye
In the MSC 2025 Knockouts matchup selection, Team Liquid PH chose Aurora Gaming as their opening opponent. The reason? They hope that ONIC PH could make it to the grand finals for an all-PH match. It's a classic finale in most MLBB international events. "Actually, we would have wanted to play with RRQ, but we are happy [with] this pick," said the Turkish team’s mid laner, Ahmet "Rosa" Batır.
For context, RRQ Hajirin "Rinz" Arafat talked about how Rosa is only good at using the hero Selena. Rosa responded to this by saying he wants to face RRQ and flex his hero pool. Unfortunately, they’ll have to survive Team Liquid PH first, and for RRQ to advance in the Semifinals before they can have their rematch.
The TLPH vs AUR match is scheduled on July 30 at 1:00 AM (PST).
Match 2: Mythic SEAL vs ONIC Indonesia
Mythic SEAL was the last one to pick and had no other choice but to face ONIC ID. Both representatives were men of few words. As for MYTH’s Elder Master Pyae "Kenn" Ko, he was expecting this to happen: “Yeah, I know since the beginning.”
Myanmar has long carried the weight of its past glory in the MLBB esports scene. Ever since Burmese Ghouls’s unforgettable run to the M2 World Championship Grand Finals, where they pushed the legendary Bren Esports to their limits, fans have been hoping for a repeat performance. But in the years that followed, the region struggled to recreate that magic. Yet now, with Mythic SEAL charging into the Knockout Stage of MSC 2025, there’s a glimmer of something different, something new.
This is more than just a shot at redemption. It’s a chance to redefine what Myanmar MLBB stands for. No longer just a footnote in the history books, Mythic SEAL could be the team that proves the region has evolved.
The MYTH vs ONIC match is scheduled on July 31 at 4:00 AM (PST).
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Match 3: RRQ Hoshi vs SRG.OG
RRQ chose SRG.OG for their opening match in the MSC 2025 Knockouts. According to the Malaysian team’s Gold Laner John "Innocent" Banal, they already expected it. As for why RRQ chose them, the team’s Jungler, Arthur "Sutsujin" Sunarkho said, “I want a rematch. Because in M6, they sent us home, so I think I’m gonna try and send them home.”
Two rivals, looking to send each other home and stop them from reaching the MSC 2025 Semifinals. Who gets to receive their plane ticket? We’ll just have to find out.
The RRQ vs SRG.OG match is scheduled on July 31 at 1:00 AM (PST).
Match 4: Team Spirit vs ONIC PH
Team Spirit didn’t shy away from the challenge. They picked ONIC PH as their opponent, and the reason behind it was surprisingly wholesome. According to TS’s Mathaios "Kid Bomba" Chatzilakos, the Filipino squad’s Grant "Kelra" Pillas told him not to lose in the upper bracket so they don’t have to go home before Knockouts.
ONIC PH’s journey to the MSC 2025 Knockout Stage wasn’t what fans expected. After a shocking upset loss to Aurora Gaming, the perennial contenders were forced into the lower bracket. But instead of crumbling, they rallied, taking down both Area77 and HomeBois. Now, with momentum and pride on the line, this match against Spirit is their shot at redemption.
The TS vs ONPH match is scheduled on July 31 at 4:00 AM (PST).
To stay updated, check out esports.gg's MSC 2025 at EWC tournament hub, where you can see the updated scores, match schedule, and livestream links for the Knockout Stage.
