MPL Philippines Standings Update: Aurora Gaming Leads the Pack
The MPL Philippines Season 9 (or 16, based on the high number of Aurora Gaming points) Regular Season is heating up, and the competition for playoff spots is fiercer than ever! Based on the latest available team standings, Aurora Gaming (RORA) has established a formidable lead, setting the pace for the rest of the league.
Aurora Gaming's near-perfect run, boasting a staggering 13-1 Match W-L record and 13 Match Points, clearly positions them as the team to beat heading into the playoffs. The race for the 2nd and 3rd spots is tight, with ONIC PH and Team Liquid PH both sitting at 8 Match Points.
Further down, the battle for the remaining playoff slots is intense, with Twisted Minds PH breaking away slightly at 6 Match Points, leaving TNC Pro Team, Team Falcons, and Smart Omega locked in a three-way tie at 5 Match Points. Every remaining match will be crucial for these teams.
Recent Match Highlights and MVPs
The latest matchups delivered drama and showcased exceptional individual brilliance:
Match 1: Twisted Minds PH (TWIS) Triumphs over TNC Pro Team (TNC)
In a thrilling Best-of-Three (BO3) series, Twisted Minds PH secured a much-needed victory, defeating TNC Pro Team with a score of 2-1.
* Match MVP: CALOY (Twisted Minds PH)
* Game 1 MVP Hero: Khaleed (Tank/Fighter)
Caloy's stellar performance in Game 1 on the hero Khaleed set the tone for the series, earning him the well-deserved Match MVP award and helping TWIS solidify their 4th place standing.
Match 2: Aurora Gaming (RORA) Sweeps Smart Omega (OMG)
League leader Aurora Gaming continued their dominant run with a decisive 2-0 sweep against Smart Omega in the second BO3 of the day.
* Match MVP: DOMENGKITE (Aurora Gaming)
* MVP Hero: Julian (Mage/Fighter) - Domengkite was recognized for his outstanding Julian performance in both Game 1 and Game 2.
Domengkite’s masterful play on Julian proved too much for Smart Omega, demonstrating why Aurora Gaming remains at the summit of the league.
Player Spotlight: FlapTzy's Esmeralda Build
Even with his team, AP Bren, currently sitting at the bottom of the standings, star EXP Laner FLAPTZY continues to show flashes of brilliance. In a recent game, his performance on the hero Esmeralda was highlighted.
FlapTzy’s high Kill Participation (KP%) of 75% indicates he was constantly involved in team fights despite the tough KDA. His item build for Esmeralda was as follows:
* Items: Warrior Boots, Enchanted Talisman, Oracle, Concentrated Energy, Queen's Wings, Immortality.
* Spell: Execute
* Emblem: Support Emblem (likely using the Pull Yourself Together or Avarice talent).
This build emphasizes sustainability and shield generation, essential for Esmeralda to survive and dominate the EXP Lane and team fights.
The MPL Philippines Regular Season is quickly coming to a close, and the next few weeks will determine which teams secure their spot in the highly-anticipated Playoffs. Stay tuned for more high-value esports coverage!
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