Natus Vincere (NAVI) Philippines has advanced to the Grand Finals of the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Women’s Invitational (MWI) after a decisive victory against Cambodia's Galaxy Phoenix (GXP) on July 17, 2026, at the Esports World Cup in Paris.
A Moment of Redemption
This matchup served as a redemption for NAVI, who had previously suffered a defeat to GXP during the group stage, which forced them into the lower bracket. In the knockout round, NAVI displayed remarkable improvement.
NAVI controlled the second game from start to finish, leading with 4k gold and a 17-12 kill score under 18 minutes.
Esports Foundation
- NAVI's comeback victory denied GXP access to crucial objectives.
- The Grand Final is set for July 18, 2026.
NAVI's performance was characterized by strategic plays and disciplined teamwork. They effectively neutralized GXP's attempts to regain momentum, culminating in a strong late-game push that secured their victory.
This Grand Finals appearance is a significant milestone for Filipino esports, as the last team from the Philippines to reach this stage was Omega Empress in 2024. Last year, Team Liquid Aqua faced elimination in the semifinals against Indonesia's Team Vitality.
As of now, NAVI’s final opponent will be determined in the match between Geltek Cyber Team and Team Vitality. The excitement builds as the Grand Final approaches.