The Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Türkiye Championship, MTC Season 7, officially returns at a definitive turning point for MLBB esports, marking the largest iteration of the Turkish circuit to date.
This season arrives as the global spotlight shifts toward Istanbul, which will host the eighth edition of the world’s most popular mobile esports tournament—the M8 World Championship—in January 2027.
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With an nearly-doubled prize pool and direct pathways to the most prestigious stages in gaming, this season serves as the ultimate proving ground for local talent.
Bigger stakes in the battle for glory at MTC Season 7
The scale of the competition has reached new heights, with the prize pool expanding to US$40,000.
This financial boost underscores Türkiye’s rapidly ascending role in the global esports landscape. The rewards for excellence are equally massive:
- The Champions: Will fly the Turkish flag at the MLBB Mid Season Cup (MSC) during the 2026 Esports World Cup (EWC) in Riyadh, competing for a share of a staggering $3,000,000 USD.
- The Runners-Up: Will secure a vital Wild Card slot at the EWC, providing a second chance to reach the world’s largest multi-title esports event.
All teams competing in MTC Season 7
For the first time in league history, the MTC features a full roster of high-caliber professional esports organizations. The eight teams set to clash are:
- Aurora Gaming
- Beşiktaş Esports
- Bushido Wildcats
- Eternal Fire
- FUT Esports
- Misa Esports
- PCIFIC Esports
- Regnum Carya Esports
The Regular Season runs from April 11 to May 27, with the top six teams advancing to the high-pressure Playoffs on May 23-24.
The journey concludes with the Grand Finals on June 7, where the ultimate winner will claim the lion’s share of the prize pool and a Main Stage seat at the EWC 26.
Ajay Jilka, Head of Esports for Türkiye, Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and Western Europe at Moonton Games, emphasized the significance of this moment:
“This season of MTC is a major step forward for gaming and esports in Türkiye. With our increased investment, we’re helping to strengthen the local ecosystem and showcase the talent competing on a global stage.”
“MTC Season 7 gives the world a chance to see the skill and passion of Turkish players, teams, and fans, while setting the stage for Türkiye’s representatives at the Esports World Cup,” he said.
The world turns to Türkiye
The announcement of the M8 Finals making their European debut in Istanbul marks a bold new chapter for MLBB’s global expansion.
This follows the record-breaking success of the M7 Grand Finals, which became the most popular mobile esports event in history, reaching over 5.68 million Peak Concurrent Viewers (PCV).
Türkiye’s gaming ecosystem is now valued at over US$1 billion, establishing the nation as a primary hub for international competition.
Moonton Games has reinforced this growth with sustained community investment, including the recent Golden Month giveaway—the largest in the country’s history—which featured headline prizes like a Tesla Model Y and Apple products to engage the local player base.
As the road to M8 begins, MTC Season 7 is more than just a domestic league; it is a declaration of Türkiye’s readiness to lead. The eyes of the international community will be on Istanbul to see if local teams can translate this domestic momentum into global dominance.
“Millions of fans worldwide will be watching,” Ajay added. “This upcoming season gives local esports talents the chance to showcase their talent while setting the tone for Istanbul’s historic hosting of the M8.”
More details regarding the regional broadcast, match schedules, and event locations will be available as the Regular Season kicks off this April.
