The grand finals was filled with intense clashes, a star-studded showmatch by MLBB icons, and epic performances by SUPAFLY and KAIA.
AP.Bren walked away as the realme Mobile Legends Cup (RMC) Season 9 champions after sweeping Uncle Drew Gamerpact last June 7 at SM North EDSA The Annex. The Bees cemented their legacy with a powerhouse performance, delivering a flawless 4-0 sweep against their contenders, proving their dominance on the big stage.
In the final round, player Jonathan “Jamespangks” Mendoza led the decisive charge for AP.Bren. He delivered a pivotal 5-3-4 Kill-Death-Assist ratio using the hero Lancelot. His impressive play energized the crowd and sealed the team’s momentum, crowning AP.Bren as the RMC Season 9 champions.
Jamespangks’ skill and gameplay earned him the Grand Finals MVP Award for his performance. His versatility and control using heroes Ling, Leomord, Lukas, and Lancelot across all four rounds played a vital role in AP.Bren’s championship run.
Throughout the intense matches, players relied on the official tournament device, the realme GT 7. With its Dimensity 9400e processor and lag-free responsiveness, the realme GT 7 powered every play with seamless performance and ultra-smooth gameplay. It gave competitors the edge they needed to perform at their peak while under pressure.
The grand champion takes home a massive prize of Php600,000. AP.Bren also received five brand-new realme GT 7 smartphones, a worthy prize for the RMC Season 9 champions.
Meanwhile, Uncle Drew Gamerpact emerged as the first runner-up after a season-long campaign marked by grit and determination. Their journey through the competition showcased resilience and skill, earning them P250,000 in cash and five brand-new realme Number Pro Series smartphones.
More Than Just a Tournament
From the start until the end of the event, the RMC Season 9 Grand Finals proved to be a show-stopper. Rapper SUPAFLY kicked off the festivities with an electrifying performance that set the tone for an action-packed day.
The energy grew stronger with a star-studded show match featuring MLBB icons Jonmar “OhMyV33nus” Villaluna and Danerie “Wise” Del Rosario, realme Ambassadors, Sharlene San Pedro, and Doc Z. The Squad roared as Team Ming, led by Wise and Sharlene, clashed with Team Veez, led by OhmyV33nus and Doc Z, in a thrilling showdown.
As the curtains closed, P-pop girl group KAIA delivered a stunning performance to wrap up the day. They elevated the energy to new heights and gave the Squad a final moment to remember. With the RMC Season 9 champions decided, the event concluded on a high note. It showcased the country’s emerging Esports talents, celebrating their skill and passion.
Banner photo by Ramon Domingo.