MPL Singapore introduces a groundbreaking talent search and ambassador programme to discover and nurture the next generation of esports professionals. Learn how the initiative is shaping the future of MLBB and Singapore’s gaming ecosystem.
MPL Singapore, the official Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) league for the region, has kicked off 2025 with an ambitious new initiative—a nationwide talent search programme aimed at identifying and developing the next generation of esports professionals. This move is part of a broader effort to strengthen Singapore’s local esports ecosystem and open up fresh career opportunities within the booming industry.
The MPL Singapore Talent Search offers participants hands-on experience in various facets of esports beyond competitive play. Aspiring talents will gain practical exposure and mentorship in areas such as event hosting, content creation, live production, and esports commentary. The goal is to provide a well-rounded foundation for those eager to contribute to the industry in both on-screen and behind-the-scenes roles.
Registration for the programme is currently open, with qualifiers scheduled to take place over three weeks in May 2025. The specific venues for these qualifiers are yet to be disclosed. Participants who make it through the initial stages will receive structured training, essential skills development, and opportunities to network with key industry figures. The programme is designed not just to discover hidden talent, but also to offer a legitimate pathway into long-term esports careers.
Complementing the talent search is the launch of the MPL SG Ambassador Programme, a parallel initiative focused on community building. This programme aims to collaborate with emerging Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and influencers in the region to promote esports culture and expand the local fanbase. Through partnerships with these digital content creators, MPL Singapore hopes to cultivate a more vibrant and engaged esports community.
These efforts mark a series of strategic changes to the MPL Singapore structure in 2025. Starting with Season 9, the league will adopt a traveling format, visiting multiple locations across the region to bring live action to more fans and create new competitive opportunities. Notably, amateur teams will now have a chance to face off against top-tier squads, providing a more inclusive and dynamic competitive landscape.
Moreover, teams competing in MPL Singapore will also have the opportunity to qualify for the prestigious MLBB Mid-Season Cup, a major event that forms part of the 2025 Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The idea of talent development programmes is becoming increasingly popular across the esports world. Similar initiatives have recently been launched in other countries—Germany’s BIG, for instance, introduced a youth-focused esports training platform in 2024, and collaborations like the one between the Saudi Esports Federation and Japan Esports Union in 2023 are further evidence of a global push to professionalize and grow the sector.
With its comprehensive talent and ambassador programmes, MPL Singapore is taking meaningful steps to future-proof the region’s esports ecosystem—one player, creator, and commentator at a time.
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