Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) World Championship Shatters Viewership Records
The M6 World Championship has electrified the mobile esports scene during its Knockout Stage, breaking multiple viewership milestones. As the tournament approaches its final weekend, the competition has already made history with unprecedented audience engagement across multiple regions.
Regional Representation and Viewership Highlights
The current tournament bracket showcases a diverse lineup of teams from key MLBB regions, including Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Russia. Indonesian teams have emerged as crowd favorites, with their passionate fan base driving remarkable viewership numbers. During the opening weekend’s peak moments, Indonesian viewers alone contributed an astounding 2.93 million concurrent viewers.
Streaming Platform Performance
The tournament has demonstrated the growing power of alternative streaming platforms, with TikTok emerging as a significant player in esports broadcasting. The platform achieved 1.17 million peak viewers, approaching its own previous record set during the regional MPL Indonesia circuit. YouTube Live continues to maintain strong engagement, particularly among Southeast Asian audiences.
Memorable Matches and Dramatic Moments
The tournament’s most electrifying moment came during the Indonesian derby semifinals between RRQ Hoshi and Team Liquid ID. This nail-biting series, which concluded with a 3-2 victory for Team Liquid ID, reached a staggering 3.57 million peak viewers. This figure represents the highest concurrent viewership for an MLBB World Championship event outside of a grand final.
Other notable matches included RRQ Hoshi’s initial game against Team Vamos, which drew 3.39 million peak viewers, and the compelling matchup between Fnatic ONIC PH and Falcon Esports, which attracted 2.66 million viewers. The latter match particularly resonated with Filipino and Burmese audiences, highlighting the tournament’s international appeal.
Weekend Viewership and Overall Impact
The opening weekend accumulated an impressive 22.38 million hours watched, underscoring the tournament’s massive global interest. RRQ Hoshi, a historical Indonesian organization, has captured significant attention, though their current position in the lower bracket suggests potential elimination.
Looking Ahead
The final matches are scheduled for December 10, with expectations running high for continued record-breaking viewership. The Mobile Legends: Bang Bang competitive scene continues to demonstrate remarkable growth, solidifying its position in the global esports landscape.
Fans are encouraged to check the M6 tournament schedule to catch the upcoming decisive matches that promise to deliver high-stakes competitive action.