Burn X Flash reclaims MPL KH crown with finesse, qualifies for MSC 2023

They kept the fire burning.

Burn X Flashsuccessfully defended their crown in theMobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional LeagueCambodia Spring 2023 (MPL KH Spring 2023) grand final with a resounding 4-1 victory over CFU Gaming.

This achievement also marked the first back-to-back championship win by any team in Cambodia, following their MPL KH Autumn 2022 win a year ago.

MPL KH Spring 2023 champion, Burn x Flash

After losing toSee You Soonin the upper bracket semifinal, they had to fight their way through the lower bracket where they eliminated PRO Esports and earned a chance to face See You Soon again.

In their second meeting, they were finally able to overcame their opponents to secure a place in the grand final against CFU Gaming.

MPL KH Spring 2023 champion, Burn x Flash

Filipino import Donut and veteran ATM were the keys to victory for Burn X Flash in the MPL KH Spring 2023 grand final

Burn X Flash won the first two games thanks to the impressive performances of Mariusz “Donut” Tan onClaudein game one and Sour “Celichma” Mara’stank Lancelotin game two.

In game three, CFU Gaming drafted a defensive lineup consisting ofFaramis,Grock, andAkai, along with a Beatrix to counter Burn X Flash’s tankLancelotandClaudecombo.

MSC 2023 Cambodia venue

This strategy proved to be successful as they dominated the game, securing a lopsided 20-7 kill score to keep the series competitive.

In game four, CFU was on the verge of securing another win with a substantial lead in the mid-game after securing an Enhanced Lord at the 16-minute mark.

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However, Kosal “ATM” Piseth’sJoyand Donut’sBeatrixprevented CFU’s escape in the Lord pit, which resulted in a double kill that led leading to a wipeout.

With only one CFU player remaining, Burn X Flash pushed into the bot lane and secured the match point.

In game five, Burn X Flash stuck with the same lineup of Joy and Beatrix, while CFU drafted two initiators —Grockand Lolita — to counter Burn’s mobile lineup.

Despite flashes of brilliance from CFU in the mid game, the Joy-Beatrix combo proved too much, tearing down CFU’s defenses.

Burn X Flash secured their victory with a wipeout at the 16-minute mark, clinching the grand final win.

With this win, Burn X Flash not only takes home the lion’s share of the US$40,000 prize pool but also earned the opportunity to represent Cambodia in the upcomingMobile Legends: Bang Bang Southeast Asia Cup 2023(MSC 2023) on home soil in June.

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