In a historic victory at the APAC Predator League 2025 Dota 2 tournament, Malaysian powerhouse Myth Avenue Gaming emerged as the regional champions, securing the prestigious Predator Shield and a $65,000 prize pool. The tournament, hosted for the first time in Malaysia at the MITEC, Kuala Lumpur, brought together top-tier talent from across the Asia Pacific region.

The path to victory saw Myth Avenue Gaming first triumph in a hard-fought semi-final match against Philippine contender Ivory, clinching a 2-1 victory. The second semi-final featured an intense battle between Mongolia’s 123 Gaming and Indonesia’s Team Helios, with Team Helios advancing after a 2-1 win. The grand finals showcased Myth Avenue Gaming at their peak as they faced off against Team Helios. Displaying exceptional teamwork and strategic execution, the Malaysian squad secured a commanding 2-0 victory, cementing their position as the region’s top Dota 2 team.

Team Helios claimed second place and a $20,000 prize, while Ivory and 123 Gaming shared third place, each taking home $7,500. Adding to Malaysia’s triumph during the Predator League 2025 DOTA 2, Myth Avenue Gaming’s Bob King received the Intel MVP Award for his outstanding performance throughout the tournament. This year’s tournament marks a significant milestone for Malaysian esports, as it represents the first time the country has hosted the Predator League finals since the tournament’s inception in 2018, following in the footsteps of previous host cities including Jakarta, Bangkok, Tokyo, and Manila.