Aurora Gaming PH to Face Team Falcons PH in MPL Philippines Season 18 Grand Final
Aurora Gaming PH has secured a spot in the MPL Philippines Season 18 Grand Final after defeating Team Liquid PH. They will face Team Falcons PH in the tournament's decisive series.
The lower bracket final went the distance, lasting seven maps. Aurora Gaming PH emerged victorious with a 4:3 series score, claiming the final slot in the Grand Final. This loss marks the end of the tournament run for Team Liquid PH, who had previously secured a 3:0 sweep against ONIC PH in the lower bracket semifinals.
Aurora Gaming PH's journey to the finals included a 3:2 victory over Omega Esports and a 3:1 win against Team Liquid PH earlier in the playoffs. However, they fell to Team Falcons PH with a 2:3 score in the upper bracket final, forcing them into the lower bracket run. Now, Aurora Gaming PH has the opportunity to seek revenge in the championship match.

MPL Philippines Season 18 is running from August 21 to October 30. Eight teams are competing for two slots at the M8 World Championship.