Smart has just lauded the sensational run of Execration at the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Southeast Asia Cup 2021 (MSC 2021) where the Filipino team was crowned champions of the region.
Execration had a “Cinderella-run” as they battled their way through the Lower Bracket after dropping early to Indonesia’s EVOS Legends. The Filipino team survived against Cambodia’s Impunity KH, Malaysia’s RSG MY to get to the Lower Bracket Finals.
The Filipinos once again faced EVOS Legends in the Lower Bracket Finals, but this time, Execration found their stride to earn their spot in the Grand Finals.
“We congratulate Execration for their sensational performance at this year’s MSC, proving yet again that we Filipinos have what it takes to dominate esports in the world stage.”
Jane J. Basas, Senior Vice President and Head of Consumer Wireless Business at Smart
In the Grand Finals, they found themselves against the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League – Philippines (MPL-PH) Season 7 champions Blacklist International in a rematch of the MPL-PH Season 7 Grand Finals. This time around, Execration was prepared and took the crown in five games.
“We also take pride in the fact that both of our Filipino teams made it to the grand finals. More than setting the bar high for esports success, they have surely inspired more gamers and fans to go all out on their passions with a deeper purpose. With passionate and dedicated esports teams and athletes, there’s no doubt that the future is bright for Philippine esports,” Basas added.
The biggest supporter of Philippine esports
Smart has proven its strong commitment and support to Philippine esports by partnering with game developers and esports tournament organizers, both local and international. The company also plays an active role in the Philippine Esports Organization (PESO), the official National Sports Association that governs and develops esports in the country.
Earlier this year, Smart launched its Double GIGA Games promo, which gives Smart and TNT subscribers 2GB of data every day for seven days to play their favorite games like Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, Clash of Clans, Arena of Valor, Clash Royale, and Call of Duty Mobile. In addition, subscribers can stream gaming content from their favorite creators on FB Gaming, plus 2GB of open-access data for PHP 99.
To register to Double GIGA Games, you can use the GigaLife App or dial *123# and choose DOUBLE GIGA.
For more information and news on MSC 2021, click here.
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