MANILA—The stage is set for an electrifying MPL Philippines Season 15, and what better way to kick things off than with a high-stakes rematch between Twisted Minds PH and Aurora Gaming.
The last time these two teams clashed, Aurora swept Twisted Minds PH back when they were still carrying the Blacklist International name, 3-0, in the Season 14 Playoffs, solidifying their dominance.
This time, Salic "Hadjizy" Imam is under a new banner, bringing with him a renewed hunger for redemption.
With a long-standing history between him and Kenneth "Yue" Tadeo, the mid-lane battle will be one of the biggest talking points in this heated opener.
The excitement doesn’t stop there.
Defending champions ONIC Philippines take on a revamped TNC Pro Team, marking a new chapter for both squads.
Yawi and his new teammates are determined to prove they belong among the league’s best, but will ONIC remind them just how high the championship standard really is?
As Week 1 progresses, the action only intensifies.
Team Falcons and Team Liquid PH, two squads brimming with championship experience, collide in what promises to be a Clash of Titans.
With "Super Marco" Requitiano and Kiel "Oheb" eager to reclaim their dominance, this match will be nothing short of explosive.
Meanwhile, TNC takes on AP Bren, as returning stars and rising rookies look to make their mark early in the season.
But the most anticipated match of the week belongs to Aurora vs. ONIC—a showdown that could define the league’s new era.
After their unforgettable finals battle last season, both teams now stand as the faces of MPL PH’s next generation.
The spotlight is on the gold lane, where Dominic "Domengkite" Del Mundo, “The Next Standard,” aims to challenge Duane "Kelra" Pillas, “The Gold Standard,” who has yet to acknowledge his young rival.
With legacy and pride on the line, this battle could set the tone for the rest of the season.
Week 1 wraps up with a fresh take on old rivalries.
Smart Omega and Team Falcons enter the season with minimal roster changes but intriguing new narratives to explore.
Later, Team Liquid PH and Twisted Minds turn friendships into fierce competition, as former teammates Oheb, Jhonville "Outplayed" Villar, Sanford Vinuya, and James "Jeymz" Gloria face off in a match fueled by history and pride.
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