MOONTON and realme Launch MLBB M7 Media Championship and Awards

Monday, Jan 5, 2026 8:54 am

MOONTON and realme Launch MLBB M7 Media Championship and Awards. Check out the full information on it below.

MOONTON Games, in partnership with smartphone brand realme, has introduced two new initiatives to spotlight the power of storytelling and technology in the world of esports. As part of the ongoing M7 World Championship (M7), the company has announced the return of the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Media Championship (MMC) and the launch of the M7 Awards for Best Media, honouring the work of journalists and content creators who bring the MLBB esports scene to life.

MOONTON announces MLBB M7 Media Championship and Awards

These programmes will run alongside the M7, which is set to be the biggest M Series event to date. From 3 to 25 January, the championship takes place in Indonesia — the heartland of MLBB esports — for the first time since M4. Indonesia has consistently topped esports viewership charts, with the MPL Indonesia surpassing 100 million hours watched across its last five seasons.

According to Esports Charts, MLBB dominated 2024 as the most-watched mobile esports title, amassing over 475 million hours watched, driven largely by the record-breaking success of the M6 World Championship, which crossed 85 million hours watched.

Honoring the Media’s Role through MMC

Guided by the theme #LetTheWorldSeeUs, the MLBB Media Championship seeks to celebrate the vital contributions of esports media professionals. Through this unique tournament, participating media will gain a first-hand look at the competitive and technological foundations that define MLBB esports.

Adrian Cher, Global Head of Partnerships for MLBB Esports at MOONTON Games, emphasized the importance of media in shaping esports culture.

“The MMC allows us to highlight the ecosystem behind MLBB Esports. It’s not just about the players and teams—it’s also about how technology and media together make esports stories resonate globally,” said Adrian.

realme’s Head of Gaming Business Line, Daogen Qin, echoed this sentiment, adding: “realme is thrilled to power the MMC with our latest smartphone, the realme 15 Pro. Its advanced gaming capabilities will enable media to experience how innovation drives mobile esports forward.”

Up to eight media teams will compete onsite during the M7 Knockout Stage, battling it out across elimination rounds and the Grand Finals. The winning team will receive five realme smartphones and the largest share of a 270,000 Diamond prize pool. The inaugural MMC, held during the M6 in 2024, saw Malaysia’s WTM Today claim the title.

realme and MOONTON Celebrate the Art of Esports Journalism

Complementing the tournament, MOONTON Games has unveiled the M7 Awards for Best Media, supported by realme. This awards programme will recognise exceptional storytelling, reporting, and long-form coverage that have helped shape the MLBB esports landscape across three distinct categories:

Trendspotter Award by realme – For journalists or publications producing the most engaging and timely stories highlighting MLBB and M7.
Best in Esports Business Journalism Award by realme – For reporting that explores the business side of esports, including partnerships, innovation, and market trends.
Outstanding Feature Award by realme – For excellence in long-form storytelling and impactful editorial coverage centered on MLBB and the M7 season.

Winners in each category will be honoured with certificates of recognition, 50,000 Diamonds, and a new realme smartphone, empowering them to continue creating high-quality esports content.

Reflecting on the initiative, Adrian Cher stated: “Esports thrives because of the people who tell its stories. The M7 Awards celebrate those writers and creators who define MLBB’s legacy through their words and coverage. With realme’s support, we aim to uplift the voices shaping the future of our community.”

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