M7 MLBB Knockout Stage Updates - Schedule, Teams, and Results

Summary

Eight teams remain in the M7 MLBB knockout stage featuring a double-elimination format and best-of-three matches for quarterfinals.

Day 1 saw Aurora Gaming PH upset Team Liquid PH 2-1, while Aurora Turkey, SRG, and Alter Ego secured 2-0 sweeps.

Both Filipino and Indonesian teams dominate their bracket as matches continue from January 21 to January 25, 2026.

The excitement goes high as only eight teams are left in the M7 MLBB Knockout Stage. This stage will run from January 21 to January 25, 2026, featuring double-elimination format and Bo3 matches. See which teams are set to meet and the schedule of M7 MLBB Knockout Stage matches here!

Knockout Stage Format and Competition Structure

A double-elimination system will take place between teams for the M7 MLBB Knockout Stage. This format gives the team a safety net despite initially losing their first match. Teams going into Upper Bracket Quarterfinals will play a best-of-three series.

Meanwhile, the remaining rounds will feature best-of-five matches to add thrill throughout the competition. On the other hand, the grand finals will feature the most intense best-of-seven series that will crown the world champion. The teams that lost their upper bracket matches will enter the lower bracket Round 1.

However, it won’t be an easy road for things competing in the lower bracket. The eventual lower bracket winner will face the upper bracket champion for the grand finals match. It will test resiliency between teams as they tackle every defensive and attack strategies of opponents.

You can catch most knockout stage matches at the Tennis Indoor Stadium Senayan in Jakarta, Indonesia. Only the Day 1 matches will take place at XO Hall MPL Arena.

Qualified Teams and Regional Representation

From 16 teams, M7 MLBB Knockout Stage is now down with 8 powerhouse teams. These squads emerged victorious during the Swiss Stage. The Philippines stood strong by boasting their two representatives in the tournament.

The reigning back-to-back MPL champions and MSC title holders, Team Liquid PH, alongside Aurora Gaming PH secured 3-1 finishes. On the other hand, Indonesia’s ONIC ID and Alter Ego also survive the recent swiss stage. Here are all the remaining teams in the competition so far:

Team Liquid PH
Aurora Gaming PH
ONIC ID
Alter Ego
Aurora Gaming Turkey
Yangon Galacticos
Selangor Red Giants
Team Spirit

Match Schedule and Day 1 Results

Four matches took place during the knockout stages, delivering a nerve wrecking quarterfinal between teams. Aurora Gaming PH met the defending champions, Team Liquid PH, for their first match in the Knockout Stage. Both displayed composure and teamwork throughout the matches but Aurora Gaming PH took the cake in this round.

Following their match, Aurora Turkey took down Yangos Galacticos to settle in the upper bracket. SRG and Alter Ego both take the final spots in the upper bracket with a sweep against their opponents. Meanwhile, the remaining knockout stage matches will start from January 21 to January 25, 2026 as follows:

Alter Ego vs Aurora Gaming PH (January 21, 2026)
SRG vs Aurora Turkey (January 21, 2026)
ONIC ID vs Team Liquid (January 21, 2026)
Team Spirit vs Yangon Galacticos (January 21, 2026)

Conclusion

Matches are only about to be more exciting onward with this schedule of matches on M7 MLBB Knockout Stage! There’s no room to rest or even take a breath as top teams face another to keep their spot in the tournament. Make sure to catch all MLBB action by subscribing to their official social media platforms.

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