The Group Stage of the Mid Season Cup (MSC) Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026 has officially concluded. After intense matches, four teams have secured their spots in the playoffs: ONIC, Team Spirit, Team Falcons PH, and PRO Esports. These teams triumphed in the lower bracket, ensuring their progression while others faced elimination.
Teams Eliminated from the Group Stage
The tournament saw Guangzhou Gaming, Selangor Red Giants (SRG), Team Falcons, and Entity7 exit during the group phase. This outcome sets the stage for the final eight teams competing for the championship title of MSC EWC 2026, with a total prize pool of $3,025,000.
Key Matches in Group A
The first match of the lower bracket featured Team Spirit up against Guangzhou Gaming. Despite a strong start from Guangzhou Gaming, who managed to win one game, Team Spirit rallied to clinch the match with a 2-1 victory. This win secured Team Spirit's place in the playoffs, ending Guangzhou Gaming's journey in the tournament.
Another exciting matchup in Group A was between Team Falcons PH and Team Falcons. Team Falcons PH showcased their skill, dominating the game and winning 2-0 without dropping a single game. This victory allowed Team Falcons PH to become the fourth representative from Group A to advance to the playoffs, while Team Falcons faced elimination.
Highlights from Group B
Group B's spotlight was on the critical encounter between ONIC and Selangor Red Giants (SRG). ONIC, representing Indonesia, displayed remarkable discipline and secured a 2-0 victory, preventing SRG from claiming even a single game. This win propelled ONIC into the playoffs alongside Aurora Gaming and Yangon Galacticos.
The defeat marked the end of SRG's aspirations, as they had entered the tournament as a strong contender for the championship.
Final Match of the Group Stage
The concluding match of the Group Stage featured PRO Esports versus Entity7. PRO Esports demonstrated their strength right from the start, sweeping Entity7 with a 2-0 score. This victory confirmed PRO Esports as the final team to secure a playoff spot, while Entity7 had to exit the tournament.
With the conclusion of the Group Stage, the eight teams advancing to the playoffs are set:
- Group A: ONIC, Team Spirit, Team Falcons PH
- Group B: Aurora Gaming, Yangon Galacticos, PRO Esports
The playoff format will follow a single-elimination Best of Five (BO5) structure. Each match will be critical, with no room for mistakes for the losing teams.
The end of the Group Stage marks the beginning of the most critical phase of MSC EWC 2026. Notable teams like Team Liquid Philippines and Selangor Red Giants have been eliminated earlier than expected, creating a more open competition for the championship title.
ONIC remains a beacon of hope for Indonesia, having advanced to the playoffs, while Aurora Gaming and Team Spirit have emerged as formidable opponents due to their impressive performances throughout the group stage.
With only eight teams left, every playoff match will determine who advances to the Grand Final and has a chance to take home the MSC EWC 2026 trophy along with a significant share of the $3,025,000 prize pool.
Source: https://www.esports.id/read/hasil-msc-2026-srg-tersingkir-ini-empat-tim-terakhir-yang-lolos-playoff-19122
