MLBB Esports World Cup 2025 quarterfinal tips – Thursday, July 31

The Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh reaches its MLBB Mid Season Cup quarterfinals with two must-watch matchups this Thursday. Indonesian giants RRQ Hoshi battle Malaysia’s Selangor Red Giants OG in a clash of regional champions, while Filipino powerhouse ONIC Philippines face off against CIS contenders Team Spirit.

With semifinal berths and a share of the US$3 million prize pool at stake, we break down the latest odds, star players, and betting angles for both best-of-five series at the MLBB Esports World Cup on July 31, 2025.

RRQ Hoshi vs Selangor Red Giants OG

Best Odds: RPQ Hoshi +179 at BetOnline | SRG OG -243.9 at SportsBetting
When: July 31, 2025 | 12:00 AST
Watch Live: Twitch

RRQ Hoshi arrive in Riyadh looking to upset the defending champions and punch their ticket to the semifinals. The Indonesian giants cruised through Group B with wins over Area 77 and Aurora Türkiye, driven by Rendy “Dyrennn” Syahputra’s EXP lane presence and Arthur “Sutsujin” Sunarkho’s jungle control.

With Muhammad “Toyy” Rizky providing reliable gold lane damage and Hajirin “Rinz” Arafat anchoring mid-lane rotations, RRQ’s revamped roster has found its stride under new coach Alfi “Khezcute” Nelphyana — but they’ll need flawless teamfights to topple Malaysia’s best.

Selangor Red Giants OG enter this matchup as clear favorites with the top esports betting sites, and as the most consistent side of the tournament. Fresh off an MPL Malaysia title and a dominant MSC 2024 run, they boast John “Innocent” Banal’s lethal gold-lane play and Muhammad Haqqullah “Sekys” Ahmad Shahrul Zaman tempo-setting jungle pressure.

SRG’s synergy around Hazziq Danish “Stormie” Rizwan in mid and Muhammad “Yums” Suhairi roaming has made them one of the most disciplined squads at MSC 2025. Their track record on the big stage makes them a tough out for any opponent and will likely see this one done in four.

ONIC Philippines vs Team Spirit

Best Odds: ONIC PH -303.03 at BetOnline | Team Spirit +214 at BetOnline
When: July 31, 2025 | 15:00 AST
Watch Live: Twitch

ONIC Philippines, the pre-tournament favorites, stormed through the lower bracket with decisive wins over HomeBois and Aurora Türkiye. Led by jungler King “K1NGKONG” Perez and midlaner Frince “Super Frince” Ramirez, ONIC’s tempo-focused playstyle has overwhelmed opponents with fast rotations and relentless objective pressure. Grant “Kelra” Pillas in gold lane and Borris “Brusko” Parro roaming add consistent damage and map control, while Jann “Kirk” Gutierrez anchors the EXP lane with reliable laning presence.

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Team Spirit, meanwhile, arrives from the CIS region riding momentum from their championship at the MLBB Continental Championships. The Russian-Serbian lineup thrives on skirmish-heavy fights, spearheaded by jungler Alexander “Oneshot” Sharkov and midlaner Kemiran “Sunset Lover” Kochkarov, who provide explosive damage in team clashes. Gold-laner Pak “Hiko” Igorevich remains their key carry threat, supported by veteran roamer Stanislav “SAWO” Reshnyak for map vision and initiation.

If Spirit can slow the pace and stretch the series deep, they have upset potential despite the odds; however, this one is looking like a clean sweep by ONIC PH.