Riyadh | 21 Muharram 1447 AH – July 16, 2025

Competition in the second week of the Esports World Cup 2025 got underway last evening in the Saudi capital Riyadh, continuing to draw the attention of gaming fans worldwide as part of a packed agenda of interactive contests and professional tournaments.

The event saw the launch of the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Women's Invitational (MWI), one of the leading women's events in esports, bringing together an elite field of the world's best mobile gaming players for the second year running as part of the tournament's current edition.

Strong Arab presence. This year's tournament features a notable Arab turnout, with Saudi and Egyptian teams representing the region at this major international gathering — a sign of women's growing presence in esports and rising interest in women's competitions as a core part of the digital gaming industry.

A game with a massive global following. Since its 2016 release, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang has cemented its place as one of the world's most popular mobile games, thanks to its fast-paced gameplay and competitive edge, which have drawn more than 110 million monthly active users, alongside international tournaments that command wide followings across Asia and the Arab world.

Growing tournaments and community. These matches reflect the tournament's commitment to involving women in esports through competitive platforms that let them showcase their skills and boost opportunities for engagement and international representation, while the Esports World Cup 2025 — organized by the Saudi Esports Federation — continues to host a diverse lineup of team and individual games featuring some of the world's biggest stars.