M6 World Championship Kicks Off with Wild Card Stage, Embraces Innovative Swiss Format

M6 World Championship Kicks Off with Wild Card Stage, Embraces Innovative Swiss Format

The prestigious Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) esports tournament, the M6 World Championship, has officially revealed its tournament format and key dates. Held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the M6 promises an “#GreaterThanEver” experience with an increased prize pool, a fresh tournament format, and the thrilling stories of participating teams as they battle for MLBB glory.

The Road to M6 Glory

The M6 World Championship kicks off with the Wild Card Stage, running from November 21st to 24th, 2024. This stage aims to empower rising regions and showcase their talents on the global stage. Eight teams will be divided into two groups, competing in a single round-robin format with best-of-three (BO3) matches.

The top team from each group advances to the second phase of the Wild Card Stage, while the remaining six teams are eliminated. The two winners from each group then face off in a BO5 match, with the victor securing a coveted spot in the M6 World Championship’s Main Stage.

Wild Card Stage Matches:

November 21st-23rd: 14:00 (GMT+8)
Second Phase: November 24th, 17:00 (GMT+8)

A Tournament Format First: The Swiss Stage

For the first time in M Series history, the Main Stage will adopt the Swiss Format. This innovative format requires group draws after each round, leading to a more dynamic and competitive tournament. Starting on November 28th, 2024, the Swiss Stage will see 16 teams battle it out across five stages.

Teams with three wins will advance to the Knockout Stage, while those with three losses are eliminated. To understand the Swiss Format in detail, refer to the official explainer video here:

Knockout Stage and the Grand Finals

The Knockout Stage will utilize a double-elimination format. The first round, scheduled for December 7th, will see BO3 match series. The second round, taking place from December 8th to 14th, will feature BO5 matches. The highly anticipated Grand Finals will be held on December 15th, with a BO7 match format, starting at 17:00 (GMT+8).

A Global Stage for MLBB Excellence

The M6 World Championship seeks to showcase the pinnacle of professional MLBB esports. This year’s global tournament features 16 international teams vying for the lion’s share of the increased prize pool of USD 1 million. Since its inception, the M Series tournament has grown into one of the world’s most popular esports events, with the M5 World Championship attracting a staggering 5.06 million Peak Viewers (according to Esports Charts).

With a dynamic format, an impressive prize pool, and a captivating storyline of international teams battling for supremacy, the M6 World Championship promises to be a thrilling spectacle for MLBB fans worldwide. So, prepare to witness esports history unfold as the best MLBB teams clash in Kuala Lumpur!

Its first iteration, the M1 World Championship, was held in 2019 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and since then, the M Series tournament has become one of the world’s most popular esports events ever, with the M5 World Championship attracting 5.06M Peak Viewers, according to Esports Charts.