The Philippine esports team AP Bren achieved a stunning victory in the M5 World Championship, defeating Onic Esports in a nail-biting 4-3 final. This triumph at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum on home soil marked a significant milestone for AP Bren, as they became the first team to win two M-series titles, adding this victory to their M2 World Championship win in 2021.
The final series was a rollercoaster of strategic plays and intense matchups. AP Bren started strong, winning the opening game with Kyle “KyleTzy” Sayon’s outstanding performance. However, Onic Esports, led by Gilang “Sanz,” fought back fiercely in the second game, showcasing impressive gameplay. Despite this, AP Bren managed to win the next two games, but Onic Esports didn’t give up, pushing the series to a decisive seventh game.
In this final game, AP Bren drafted a crowd control-heavy lineup, which led to a dominant performance, effectively countering Onic Esports’ team-fight heavy composition. The crucial turning point came at the 13-minute mark when AP Bren capitalized on an opportunity, leading to their ultimate victory in the best-of-seven series.
David “FlapTzy” Canon’s remarkable contributions throughout the series earned him the grand final MVP award. AP Bren’s win not only cements their place as a top team in the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang esports scene but also earns them the lion’s share of the US$900,000 prize pool, marking them as the best team of the year.