Only eight teams will go to the playoffs.
Updated on November 16, 12:17 a.m. (GMT+8):Updated scores and standings.
TheMobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League Invitational 2023group stage (MPLI 2023 group stage) is here, featuring 16 teams vying for glory and a whopping US$100,000 prize pool.
Notably, two-time defending champion ONIC Esports has withdrawn from the tournament, paving the way for a new team to claim the MPLI crown this season.
Dominated by Indonesian teams since its inception in 2020, this season brings heightened competition as teams from MPL regions like thePhilippinesand non-MPL regions are closing in, eager to secure the coveted title.
In this stage, only two teams from each of the four groups will advance to the playoffs, intensifying the competition.
To stay informed, here’s a comprehensive overview of the MPLI 2023 group stage, covering the format, schedule, results, and information on where to catch the action.
MPLI 2023 group stage format
In the group stage, the 16 participating teams were placed into four separate groups, with their placement determined by fan voting.
Matches will be played in a best-of-one, single round-robin format.
After the group stage, the highest-ranked team from each group will advance to the upper bracket of the playoffs, while the second-ranked team will move on to the lower bracket.
The two teams that finish at the bottom of their respective groups will be eliminated.
MPLI 2023 group stage schedule, results, standings
The group stage will be held from November 15 to 16.
AP Bren and TheOhioBrothers advance to the playoffs.
Nova Esports and Dewa United Esports have been eliminated.
HomeBois and Blacklist International advance to the playoffs.
Geek Fam and Team Falcons have been eliminated.
ECHO and Rebellion Zion advance to the playoffs.
EVOS Legends and Bigetron Alpha have been eliminated.
RSG PH and See You Soon advance to the playoffs.
RRQ and Team Flash have been eliminated.
(to be updated)
MPLI 2023 group stage teams
Where to watch the MPLI 2023 group stage
All the games will be streamed live on ONE Esports’ official media platforms:
you may also watch the games co-streamed by your favoriteMobile Legends: Bang Bangpersonalities. Here’s the full list of allMPLI 2023 co-streamers.
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