Who are the professional mobile legends players in the Philippines?

October 28, 2021
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Written by: Aiya Rodjel

Mobile legends players are everywhere. Since its launch in 2016, Mobile Legends has taken the world by storm. Developed and published by Moonton, a subsidiary of ByteDance, it is the most popular mobile game in SouthEast Asia. In fact, this multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) is so popular. It had been chosen as one of the Esports games for the 2019 Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games).

Because of its popularity and the wide availability of fast internet, a lot of talented elite players have made a name for themselves. Some people have made a lot of money and garnered millions of followers around the globe.

In this article, we’ll discuss some of the best professional Mobile Legends (ML) players in the country. We’ll also talk about the elite teams that all ESports aspire to join.

The Eight Teams of MPL Philippines

There are eight elite teams that participate in the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League Philippines. These talented mobile legends players are in the following teams: Blacklist International, Bren Esports, Onic PH, RSG PH, Echo Philippines (Formerly Aura PH), Nexplay Evos (Formerly Nexplay Esports), TNC Pro Team (Formerly Work Auster Force), and Smart Omega.

In the regular season, these eight teams duke it out in a round-robin format. After the regular season matches, six teams advance to the playoffs. The two teams that top the playoffs proceed to the championship. The team that wins gets the crown as the champion of the league.

It is also notable that in each match, these players were together in the players’ room, equipped with high-speed internet. This is to avoid losing connection. Even split seconds of buffer time is crucial to the game, as there can be a quick turnaround.

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BlackList International

Formerly known as SXC Imbalance, Blacklist International is an Esports team owned and managed by Tier One Entertainment. It has won the MPL title for two straight years, cementing its dominance amid the pandemic.

Blacklist International consists of OhMyV33nus, the Mid-Laner, and Captain, and DEX STAR as Tank/Support, 6th Man, and Analyst. Wise serves as the Jungler while OHEB is the Non-Turtle Lane. Edward is the Turtle Lane while ESON participates as Tank/Support.

Bren Esports

Another dominant team that has control over the local scene is Bren Esports. BREN is known internationally as the MSC 2018 Champion and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang M2 World Champion. One of the strongest teams that have ever logged in the country, this team is big is the first time winner of the local professional league. They have a total of six championship titles.

A lot of elite athletes have played for this particular team. Now, roles in the team go to Karl ‘KarlTzy’ Nepomuceno who is a Jungler, Carl Charles ‘FlapTzy’ Canon as Fighter, and Carlito Jagdon ‘Ribo’ Ribo Jr. as Offlane. The list of gamers is topped off by Angelo Kyle ‘Pheww’ Dalagan Arcange as Midlane and Allan Bancio ‘Lusty’ Castromayor Jr. as Roaming.

Efphraim Jueinno ‘Ehjay’ Sambrano is also on the roster to provide as another Roaming player. Ralph Mico ‘Coco’ Sampang, Raven ‘L3bron’ Alonzo, and Dwine ‘Rimuru’ Enriquez sometimes enter the game as Offlane players. Maj ‘Malik’ Malik is listed as Jungling of the team.

ONIC PH

Previously known as Dream High Gaming, ONIC PH has been participating in the ML league since the 4th season. Onic has other teams in the region, including Indonesia. ONIC PH is the team that participates in the country. Their goal is to become the best team in the region.

Some of the athletes that play for this elite team include Allen Jedric “Baloyskie” Baloy, Gerald “Dlar” Trinchera, Jaylord “Hate” Gonzales, Mark “Markyyyyy” Capacio, Kairi “Kairi” Rayosdelsol, Karl Mico “Mico” Quitlong Tarala, Paul Ian “Beemo” Sergi0, and Nowee “Ryota” Cabailo.

NexPlay Evos

Southeast Asian organizations Nexplay Esports and EVOS Esports have joined forces to play in the ML League. Their team is called NexPlay Evos. Evos fielded a team in 2019, but it has disbanded already.

One of the pioneers of the Mobile Legends esports scene in the Philippines, Setsuna “Akosi Dogie” Ignacio, participates as the team support. Nexplay’s “Big Three”,” Renejay “RENEJAY” Barcarse, Tristan “Yawi” Cabrera, Jhon “H2wo” Salonga, along with James “Jeymz” Gloria join the lineup.

Two promising rookies, Sanford “Sanford” Vinuya and Jhonwin “Hesa” Vergara have signed on to play for the Nexplay EVOS roster. Meanwhile, former Omega Esports pro player Jeniel “Haze” Bata-Anon was brought in as the team’s Tank/Support.

RSG PH

Widely known in the game as Resurgence, RSG PH is a Singapore-based esports organization. The team markets itself as being fueled by a relentless pursuit of excellence. The team boasts of five Mobile Legends esports veterans. They are joined by three rookies and the popular streamer turned pro player, Elyson “Wrecker” Caranza.

The current team is comprised of Brian “Panda” Lim (Coach), EJ “Heath” Esperanza, Kenneth Jiane “Kenji” Villa, Christian “Iy4knu” Manaog, Elyson “Wrecker” Caranza, and Dexter “Exort” Martinez. They are also joined by Arvie “Aqua” Calderon, John Cedrix “Demonkite” Caranto, Nathanael “Nathzz” Estrologo, and Eman “EMANN” Sangco.

Omega ESports

Alsofamous in the game as Smart Omega, Omega Esports was founded in 2020. While it is a strong contender in ML, at the same time, it fields athletes in other games. It also participates in Dota 2, CODM, Wild Rift, and Tekken 7.

Its Mobile Legends players include Billy Jazha “Z4pnu” Alfonso, Renz Errol “Renzio” Cadua, Kiel Vj “Kielvj” Cruzem, Grant Duane “Kelra” Pillas, Patrick James “E2MAX” Caidic, and Joshua “Ch4knu” Mangilog.

The team has also committed to developing four rookie players Robert Remar “Hito” Candoy, Dian Felix “Dian” Cruz, Dean Christian “Raizen” Sumagui, and Romeire “Allidap” Padilla to complete its 10-man team. The team’s coach is Jaime “Pakbet” Abalos.

ECHO

Formerly known as Aura PH, ECHO has been participating in the ML league for three straight seasons. Notably, Echo is a standalone Filipino team and Aura Esports supports it. The team is not in any way related to Indonesia’s ECHO Esports.

The revamped squad’s heads are veterans Chan “Rafflesia” Fajura, Benedict “Bennyqt” Gonzales, and Mark “Lord Hadess” Lazaro. These old-timers are joined by Jankurt “KurTzy” Matira, Jay “Jaymeister” Torculas, Joshua “Aspect” Tating, Kenneth “Flysolo” Coloma, Aaron “AaronQT” Lim, RK3, and Invoker.

TNC

The Work Auster Force has rebranded itself to form TNC. However, core members of the team have remained on the roster. Coach Laurence “Lift” Ruiz remains as the team’s mentor and tactician.

Now, the squad comprises Frediemar “3MarTzy” Serafico, Daniel “Chuuu” Chu, Clarense “Kousei” Camilo, Patrick “Rtzy” Ibarra, who now goes under the IGN “P-God”, and Dylan “Unravel” Catipon, now with the new IGN “Light”. Joining them are veterans Douglas “ImbaDeejay” Astibea s well as former Omega Esports mainstay Adrian “Toshi” Bacallo. They have also welcomed two rookies on the squad: Der and Benthings.

Elite ESports athletes to take note of

While a lot of people have used their resources to better their gaming skills, some athletes are a cut above the rest. Armed with their fast internet connection, they have broken barriers and risen among the ranks. Here are some of the best ESports athletes in terms of match results and ranking.

Karl ‘KarlTzy’ Nepomuceno

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SEA Games gold medalist Karl ‘KarlTzy’ Nepomuceno has made a name for himself in the world of ESports. At 17 years old, he has dominated both in national and international competitions. This young superstar in MPL Philippines is the only Filipino nominated for Pro Mobile Player of the Year in the 2021 Esports Awards.

In the local scene, he represents Bren Sports, one of the most dominant teams in the country. He is also famous as one of the most technically sound carry players in the Mobile Legends Professional League Philippines.

He has millions of followers on social media as a result of his excellent skills in mobile gaming. In addition to playing professionally, he also streams some of his matches for the whole internet to watch. Given how young he is, there are a lot of expectations for more from KarlTzy. He continues to elevate the MPL Philippines scene with his elite-level gameplay. His ultimate goal is to become the number one Mobile Legends player in the world.

Ralph Mico ‘Coco’ Sampang

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Ralph Mico Sampang, who is famous in the Esports universe as Coco, also plays for Bren Sports. This 22-year old elite Esports athlete performs as the team’s marksman. He has been playing for the team for six seasons, cementing his position as one of the best gamers in the country. He also earned a gold medal in the 2019 SEA Games.

Since 2017, he has been making his mark in the local Esports industry, which is why he has been one of the men to beat. Aside from playing professionally, he spends a lot of time streaming and imparting his knowledge in ESports. He has millions of followers on social media. He gives his fans tutorials on how to improve their skills and answers questions his fans may have.

Efphraim Jueinno ‘Ehjay’ Sambrano

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Another Bren ESports member that has made his mark in the country is Efphraim Jueinno Sambrano. This veteran gamer is famous as Ehjay to his fans.

Like KarlTzy, he represented the country in the 2019 SEA Games. He has been so dominant in the local Esports scene that the Department of Education (DepEd) has expressed its goal of discovering talents like him.

This 23-year old Esports athlete usually competes as Tank for his Mobile Legends team. He may not be into streaming his matches in his free schedule, but he usually shares updates on his social media pages.

David Charles “FlapTzy” Canon

flaptzy - mobile legends players ph - streamtech fiber internet — Photo from Flap’s Official Facebook Page

Another Bren ESports member that is famous as one of the best ESports athletes in the nation is David Charles ‘FlapTzy’ Canon. He is famous as KarlTzy’s partner in crime in the Mobile Legends arena. His fans call him Flap Tzy or just Flap.

Before he became a professional ESport athlete, he was a streamer who showcased his skills on YouTube. Passionate about the game, it didn’t take long before he got the attention of professional teams.

This 17-year old started at the bottom of the food chain, playing in pub games just like other typical mobile legends players and honing his game through ranked games. Indeedn, all his hard work has paid off. Nowadays, Flap is famous as Bren Esports’ go-to fighter.

Despite his reputation to win in the local and international scene, he still remains active, streaming his matches. He also posts a lot of updates on the regular season and playoffs as well.

Salic “Hadjizy” Imam

Hadjizy - mobile legends players ph - streamtech fiber internet — Photo from Had Ji’s Official Facebook Page

Finally, Salic ‘Hadjizy’ Imam plays for Blacklist International. In the recent MPL PH season, he got the crown for being the regular season’s most valuable player (MVP). Interestingly, the 18-year old was a newcomer to the team’s solid lineup.

Indeed, like most heroes of the game, he started off by posting content on his streaming pages. His growth throughout the years attracted the attention of professional squads. He took his moment by storm by his stellar in the season.

Building Champions in ESports

Some people have yet to accept ESports as an actual sport. However, these elite teams and mobile legends players have demonstrated that the game can pave the way for endless possibilities. With more athletes rising in the ranks, we don’t have to wait long until we have an international champion.

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