The Ooredoo Nation Inter-Resort eSports Championship 2025 is set to make its debut this weekend, bringing together 16 teams from 10 resorts across the Maldives. Scheduled to take place on May 9th and 10th, this exciting two-day event will showcase some of the most talented players in the resort community, competing in two popular mobile esports titles: Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) and PUBG Mobile (PUBGM).
This inaugural tournament marks a significant moment in the Maldives' digital and gaming landscape, as it unites various resorts in a friendly yet competitive environment. Ooredoo Nation, which has long been committed to fostering digital inclusion and engagement, sees the championship as an opportunity to further its mission of connecting people across the nation in new and exciting ways.
The tournament will be divided into two main competitions. The Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) event will follow a single-elimination bracket format. Teams will compete in knockout rounds, with the semifinals set for Friday evening. The 3rd Place Playoff and Grand Final will both take place on Saturday evening.
For PUBG Mobile, the tournament will follow a Battle Royale format. The Grand Finals will be split over two days, with six matches scheduled for Friday and an additional six matches on Saturday. As the competition heats up, the best teams will battle for the top prize in front of a live-streamed audience, giving spectators a chance to follow the action in real time.
This championship is not only an important event for the resort community but also an opportunity for participants to showcase their esports skills on a national stage. The competition is expected to bring out some fierce rivalries, and the atmosphere will be electric as resorts fight for the championship title.
To add to the excitement, Ooredoo Nation has announced attractive prizes for the top teams. The first-place team will walk away with a cash prize of MVR 5000, while the second-place team will receive MVR 3000, and the third-place team will take home MVR 2000. These prizes are expected to draw even more talented players from the resorts, eager to claim victory and earn their share of the rewards.
The tournament also marks a significant moment for the resort industry in the Maldives, as it continues to embrace the growing trend of mobile esports. With a vibrant gaming community and increasing interest in digital competitions, the Ooredoo Nation Inter-Resort eSports Championship 2025 is set to become a highlight of the year, with viewers eagerly anticipating the action.
This weekend, as the competition unfolds, Ooredoo Nation’s event will undoubtedly create lasting memories for players and fans alike, strengthening the bonds within the Maldives’ resort community and fostering a sense of unity through digital engagement and friendly rivalry.