MPL PH Season 15 Playoff Push: Can Twisted Minds, AP.Bren, and Omega Still Make the Cut?
Photos from MPL Philippines / Richard Esguerra
MPL PH Season 15 Playoff Push: Can Twisted Minds, AP.Bren, and Omega Still Make the Cut?
QUEZON CITY – As the regular season of MPL Philippines Season 15 barrels toward its conclusion, three squads are hanging on the edge of elimination. Twisted Minds PH, AP.Bren, and Smart Omega find themselves outside the Top 6—each needing a near-flawless run to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Here’s how each team can still punch their ticket to the playoffs—and what obstacles stand in their way.
Twist of Fate
Current Standing: 2-9 (2 Points) | Matches Remaining: 3
TWIS is running out of runway. With only three series left—two rematches against direct rivals in OMG and AP.Bren, and a final match versus world champions ONIC PH—they’ll need at least two 2-0 wins to stand a chance. Even grabbing a point from ONIC in a 2-1 loss could prove vital in the standings.
Why they still have hope:
Their biggest strength? Control over their own fate. Facing fellow bottom-half teams gives TWIS a clear path: beat them, and you gain while they fall. That swing could mean the difference between clinching sixth and missing entirely. Their ability to prep hard for OMG and APBR may unlock a high-reward scenario.
Biggest hurdle:
There’s zero room for error. One dropped series—especially to either rival—could slam the door shut. And with ONIC looking as dominant as ever after their SPS Mobile Masters glory, TWIS will need to summon something special in their final outing.
Be the Swarm or Be Swarmed?
Current Standing: 1-9 (1 Point) | Matches Remaining: 4
The Bees find themselves in unfamiliar territory—low on points, high on pressure. AP.Bren needs to win at least three of their last four series, preferably with 2-0s, to keep their playoff hopes alive. That road includes must-win matches against fellow strugglers TWIS and OMG, plus daunting clashes with world-class lineups in ONIC PH and Team Falcons PH.
Why they still have hope:
This may be a young and unproven lineup, but they’re backed by one of the most storied orgs in MPL history. AP.Bren’s system and infrastructure are built for moments like this. Their players may be fresh, but they’ve shown flashes of brilliance—and in a shifting meta, that unpredictability could be their edge.
Biggest hurdle:
Time is not on their side. With only one point to their name, AP.Bren can’t afford slow starts or learning curves. The pressure to perform now is immense, and the inexperience of the roster in the top MLBB competition could be tested in high-stakes moments. Every game is a must-win, and every mistake could be their last.
The Barangay’s Last Stand
Current Standing: 1-9 (1 Point) | Matches Remaining: 4
OMG is still in the fight—but barely. Like AP.Bren, they need to pull off three strong wins, preferably with clean 2-0s. The schedule isn’t kind either: direct clashes with TWIS and APBR, plus matchups against current top-two Aurora Gaming and ONIC PH, two squads in the upper half of the standings.
Why they still have hope:
Their shot lies in unpredictability. Omega has been quiet this season, but if they’ve been cooking up pocket strats or comfort picks like they used to, now’s the time to unleash them. Beating TWIS and APBR puts them right back in the race—and just one upset over ONIC or Aurora could seal the deal.
Biggest hurdle:
Consistency. OMG has faced challenges in closing out series and converting mid-game team fights, often finding themselves dominated from start to finish. As pressure mounts, the team will face its toughest test yet in maintaining composure.
Final Take:
For these three squads, every match from this point forward is a final. With the rest of the Top 6 already stacking points, only near-flawless performances will do. Whether it’s the underdog fire of TWIS, the championship grit of AP.Bren, or the desperation-fueled hunger of OMG—Season 15’s playoff race is far from over.
The question is: Who blinks first?
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