Bet on M World Championship with Rivalry | Best Odds, Tips, Favorite Teams

The M World Championship is an annual prestigious event organized by Moonton, the creators of the esports phenomenon Mobile Legends: Bang Bang. This tournament represents the grand finale of the year's competitive MLBB season, bringing together the biggest and best Mobile Legends teams for one final showdown.

The M5 World Championship kicks off with a bang on November 23 with a format shakeup, beginning with the all-new Wildcard Stage. This brings new teams into the fold, allowing upcoming talents to shine through and get a chance to progress to the main event starting on December 2.

If you're looking for the best esports betting experience, you've come to the right place! Rivalry offers your free bets with your first deposit, the best betting odds for MLBB, cutting-edge memes, and tons more!

History of the MLBB M World Championship

The M World Championship is the largest international Mobile Legends tournament of the year, bringing together the best talent to compete for the world championship title. The M World Championship has only been held four times before. Indonesia team EVOS Legends has won once, while different Filipino teams have claimed the win the other three times.

The first M World Championship, or the M1, was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, at the Axiata Arena, which saw sixteen teams competing. In an exciting Bo7 Grand Finals matchup that went down to the wire, EVOS Legends went up against Rex Regum Qeon to claim the inaugural title.

The M2 World Championships was fraught with disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic and was held offline. Similar to its maiden season, 16 teams competed for a chance to prove they were the best of the rest. After a grueling Bo7 series in the Grand Finals, Bren Esports clinched the title away from the Burmese Ghouls, making them the first Filipino team to win the MLBB world championship.

The M3 World Championship, like the M2, also took place in 2021. This tournament was ground-breaking in that it introduced non-MPL teams from different regions like the US, Russia, the Middle East, and LATAM. The prize pool saw a massive increase from $300,000 to $800,000, cementing the M World Championship as the pinnacle of MLBB esports.

The fourth iteration of the M World Championship was held in January 2023. It saw the clash of two Filipino titans in the Grand Final, as ECHO Philippines and Blacklist International duked it out for the win. Ultimately, ECHO claimed the win, but Blacklist will be back for their chance at glory in M5!

The Philippines and Malaysia will host the M5 World Championship, with the all-new Wildcard Stage hosted at the Jio Space from November 23 - 26. The Philippines will be the battleground for the main tournament, with the Group Stage and Knockouts. May the best team win!

Each M World Championship Winner and Prize Pool

Take a look at all the world champions for each Mobile Legends M World Championship and the overall prize pool for each year.

• M1 World Championship (2019): EVOS Legends, $250,000
• M2 World Championship (January 2021): Bren Esports, $300,000
• M3 World Championship (December 2021): Blacklist International, $800,000
• M4 World Championship (January 2023): ECHO, $800,000
• M5 World Championship (November 2023): $900,000

M5 World Championship: Format

The fifth iteration of the Mobile Legends M World Championship, organized by Moonton, comprises several stages. Proceedings begin with the all-new Wildcard Round on November 23, hosted in Jakarta, Malaysia, at the Jio Space.

Below is the complete tournament format for the M5 World Championship - if you're interested in the exact schedule, check out this article.

Wildcard Round (November 23 - 25)

• Eight teams are randomly entered into a group draw, competing in a single-round robin.
• All matches are played Bo3.
• The top two teams from each group will play in the Crossover Match.

Crossover Match (November 26)

• The first-place team will compete Bo5 against the second-place team from the other group in the Upper Bracket.
• The winner of each match advance to the Group Stage.
• Losing teams are eliminated.

Group Stage (December 2 - 7)

• Sixteen teams will be divided into four groups (14 qualified teams and 2 Wild Cards).
• They compete in a single-round robin, where all matches are played Bo3.
• The top two teams from each group advance to the Knockout Stage.

Knockout Stage (December 9 - 17)

• Eight teams from the Group Stage play in a double-elimination bracket
• All matches are played as Bo5, except the Grand Final, which is Bo7.

M5 World Championship: Teams

Twenty-two teams are competing in the M5 World Championship, an increase of five teams since the M4 World Championship. The Group Stage teams all hail from their respective MPL leagues, with the first and second-placed teams getting a chance to compete.

Group Stage Teams

• AP.Bren (MPL PH 12 #1): FlapTzy, KyleTzy, Pheww, Super Marco, Owgwen
• Blacklist International (MPL PH S12 #2): Edward, Sensui, Hadji, Oheb, Renejay
• ONIC Esports (MPL ID #1): Butsss, Kairi, Sanz, CW, Kiboy
• Geek Fam ID (MPL ID #2): Luke, Nnael, Aboy, Markyyyyy, Baloyskie
• RRQ Akira (LIGA LATAM #2): Tekashi, Kiing, Seigen, Luiiz, Gustalagusta
• Bigetron Sons (LIGA LATAM 2023 #2): Bllack, Buzizio, Sindra, Upa, Lunna
• HomeBois (MPL MY S12 #1): Sepat, Chibil, Warlord, RaizeL, Xorn
• Team Flash (MPL SG S6): Adammir, Hadess, Jayy, Vanix, Lolsie
• See You Soon (MPL KH Autumn): FELIX, MP the King, Raa, Kousei, BOXI
• Triple Esports (MPL MENA Fall #1): Sanji, Tarzan, Cuffin, Fury, Trolll
• Deus Vult (MCC S2 #1): Kid Bomba, Magistor, Sunset Lover, Carvi, SAWO
• Fire Flux Esports (MTC Turkiye Championship): Alien, Tienzy, Rosa, Sunshine, APEX47
• TheOhioBrothers (NACT Fall): Mielow, bestplayer1, Hoon, ZIA, SHARK
• Burmese Ghouls (Myanmar Qualifier): Carbon, Niko, Lina, Stitch, Blink

Wildcard Teams

• Imperio (LIGA LATAM 2023 #3): Markinho, AURORAA, Feshin, Yur, Stephe
• Team SMG (MPL MY S12 #2): Smooth, Saxa, Stormie, Sasa, Mikko
• Umbrella Squad (MCC S2 #2): Castle, Mark, Troublemarker, black march, A F K
• 4Merical Esports (MCB Fall): Masarap, Lunatic Panda, Xerox, Yahiko, Clock
• Niightmare Esports (M Challenge Cup S2): Juviana, 2Ez4Lexxy, Sosoul, Khammy, J4ZBIN
• Team Lilgun (ENC Mongolia): Azin, Zxaura, Forbid, Bebex, Ethan
• Team Falcons (MPL MENA Fall #2): Hulk, Lio, Goodnight, Lawtrick, Super
• KeepBest Gaming (China Qualifier): Siyi, Simba, LMU, GodYang, Tides

M5 World Championship: Favorite Teams To Watch

Many teams are competing in the M5 World Championship, but, of course, only one team can claim the crown, the glory, and the lion's share of the prize pool. Here are our favorite teams to keep an eye on during the tournament.

Blacklist International

The pride of the Philippines, Blacklist International, is definitely one to watch. They won the Mobile Legends World Championship in 2021, besting their fellow countrymen ONIC Philippines in a clean 4-0 sweep. They came second in M4 last year, beaten to the punch by ECHO. Since their rivals aren't competing this year, will Blacklist International regain their crown once again?

AP.Bren

Despite their recent rebranding, AP.Bren has had an incredible track record for success, fresh off the back of winning MPL PH S12. Their team features an all-star line-up, especially with KarlTzy getting the ultimate MVP award in the M2 World Championship, and hungry for more wins!

TheOhioBrothers

The Mobile Legends team hailing from NA is a force to be reckoned with and a dark horse in the M5 World Championship. They are currently performing well in the ONE Esports MPLI 2023, emerging as a top contender.

M5 World Championship: Where to Watch and Venues

The Wildcard Round will be held offline in Malaysia at the Jio Space. The Philippines plays host to the main event. The Group and Knockout Stages will be hosted at the EVM Convention Center in Quezon City, Metro Manila. The M5 World Championship Grand Finals will held at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum venue, the previous hosts for SEA Games in 2019.

All M5 World Championship games will be broadcast on all the official Mobile Legends: Bang Bang platforms, including YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, and Twitch. For region-specific live streams, broadcasts will be available for Indonesia, the Middle East, Singapore, the Philippines, Cambodia, Myanmar, Vietnam, Turkey, and Portuguese-speaking regions.

M5 World Championship Betting with Rivalry!

Unlike other esports betting sites that want to snatch your money and run for the hills, Rivalry cares about you! As an esports betting site made by gamers for gamers, we know, inside and out, everything you're looking for in an online sportsbook. This includes instant deposits, fast payouts, 24/7 customer support, the best odds, and great promotions!

For our newer users, we offer a welcome bonus of up to $100 on your first deposit and a wide variety of Mobile Legends betting markets, with other bonuses popping up.

Here at Rivalry, all of our odds are written in a decimal format, the most common and intuitive layout of esports odds, making it easy to understand what you're in for! If Mobile Legends isn't your cup of tea, we offer betting for other esports titles, like Rocket League, Valorant, and DOTA 2!

Here are just some reasons why you should pick Rivalry as your esports betting site of choice if you want to level up your betting game.

100% Legal and Safe

At Rivalry, your safety and online security are always our first priority. Rivalry is a fully licensed online sportsbook compliant with all relevant laws and regulations. We are overseen by the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission, so you can have complete peace of mind when betting with us.

Welcome Bonuses and Promos

As a token of our appreciation, we would like to offer all new users their first deposit completely free - no strings attached! Just use code WELCOME100 to dip your toes into the world of esports betting. Just make sure you're in a registered jurisdiction first.

Industry-First Innovations

From our unique casino game creations like Rushlane and Cash & Dash to Same Game Combos and Chicken Out, Rivalry is dedicated to leveling up the betting game. Test our Same Game Combos for esports like LoL and CS2 today and put that big brain energy to use!

Mobile App

Our mobile-friendly website lets you place your bets on the go, no matter where you are, from the comfort of your mobile phone. If you're in the Philippines or Ontario, we've got an iOS app! Just type in "Rivalry - Esports Betting" and get downloading!

24/7 Customer Support.

If you have any questions about your account or queries about anything on our site, contact our responsive 24/7 customer support. Check out help.rivalry.com to access our help center and general FAQs.

Betting Tips for M World Championship

Spice up your Mobile Legends viewing by sprinkling that signature Rivalry hot sauce betting action onto your favorite matches. If you want to increase your chances of bagging a win, please read our betting basics to help you get started with betting on the M World Championship.

Play the game!

The best way to improve your betting gains is to learn the tricks of the trade. Dive into Mobile Legends on your smartphone and learn the meta. Check out our guides for tiers lists, the best beginner heroes, and Battle Spells. Determine hero counters, which items work best, and what strategies can be employed. Doing this lets you make more informed bets when choosing your favorite M World Championship team.

Rivalry Academy

Whether you're a newcomer to betting or an experienced bettor, Rivalry Academy is the place for you! This online learning resource has guides and videos on reading esports decimal odds, identifying profitable bets, and budgeting your bankroll. There's no better place to learn betting 101 than Rivalry!

Team histories and results

Take a look at all the teams participating in the M World Championship. Spend time analyzing their player rosters and their recent success rates. What heroes do they gravitate towards? What strategies does each team use? What's their win rate? These factors are crucial for making educated bets and can pave the path to winning big.

FAQs about Mobile Legends and M World Championship betting

Is betting on the M World Championship legal?

At Rivalry, betting on Mobile Legends and the M World Championship is 100% legal and compliant with local laws. Rivalry is a fully licensed and regulated online sportsbook governed under the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission. 

How can I bet on M World Championship games?

It's simple - all you need to do is create a Rivalry account (provided you're in a registered jurisdiction), log in, deposit cash into your account, and bet on some matches!

How do I make a deposit?

Rivalry offers a wide range of depositing options for our users, some of which are instant: MasterCard, Visa, Bitcoin, PayMaya, GCash, Skrill, and Alipay, to name a few.

What country do I need to be from to bet with Rivalry?

Rivalry supports most countries getting involved in esports betting; we'd be here all day listing them! Here's our list of UNSUPPORTED regions.

Can I bet from my smartphone?

Yes - our website is entirely mobile-friendly, so you can place your bets on the go, so long as you have a stable Internet connection. We even have an iOS app - search "Rivalry - Esports Betting" on the App Store. If you're an NBA fan in the Philippines, check out our "Rivalry Ultimate Fan" basketball app.

What is the prize money for the M5 World Championship?

The M5 World Championship overall prize pool is $900,000, split amongst all 22 competing teams. This is an increase of $100,000 over the M4 World Championship.

What are the current M5 World Championship standings?

Feel free to check out our dedicated overview of the M5 World Championship to see the schedule, match results, and current standings.