Inside M7: How Indonesia and realme Took Mobile Legends Esports to a Global Stage

Indonesia stepped into the global spotlight as the M7 World Championship officially opened earlier this month, marking a major moment not just for Mobile Legends: Bang Bang esports, but for the country’s growing influence in competitive gaming. At the center of the opening ceremony was realme, which presented the realme 15 Pro as the Official Gaming Phone of M7, reinforcing its long-standing support for the MLBB ecosystem.

Held in Jakarta on January 9, the opening ceremony was the first of its kind in M Series history. The event blended large-scale esports production with elements of Indonesian culture, signaling how far the country has come as a global esports destination. Government officials, industry leaders, professional teams, and fans gathered to witness the kickoff of what is considered the pinnacle of MLBB competition.

Indonesia’s Vice Minister of Creative Economy, Irene Umar, emphasized the significance of hosting M7, noting that the tournament allows Indonesia to be seen not just as a host nation, but as a creative and technological force capable of shaping global entertainment. For a country with one of the most passionate MLBB communities in the world, the moment felt like a natural progression rather than a surprise.

One of the highlights of the ceremony was realme’s presentation of the realme 15 Pro to all 16 teams competing in the Swiss Stage, marking the largest device exchange ever conducted in the history of the M Series. Top-tier organizations such as ONIC ID, Alter Ego, Team Liquid, and Selangor Red Giants all received the official tournament phone, ensuring a standardized and competitive playing field from the very first match.

realme’s involvement goes beyond branding. The company has consistently positioned itself at the intersection of youth culture, gaming, and performance technology. Indonesia’s MLBB scene, in particular, has become one of the strongest in the world, with MPL Indonesia recording over 100 million hours watched in each of its last five seasons. Supporting M7 is a reflection of how seriously realme views mobile esports as a platform for global competition and innovation.

According to MLBB Esports’ Global Head of Partnerships, Adrian Cher, partnerships like this help elevate the experience for both players and fans, while pushing mobile esports toward higher standards of professionalism and accessibility worldwide.

As the official gaming phone of the tournament, the realme 15 Pro is built to handle the demands of top-level play. Powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, the device is optimized with GT Boost technology to maintain stable performance throughout long, high-pressure matches. A massive 7000mAh Titan battery with 80W Ultra Charge keeps players going with minimal downtime, while features like the AI Gaming Coach provide real-time insights designed to support smarter in-game decisions.

With the M7 World Championship now underway, Indonesia isn’t just hosting another major esports event—it’s helping define what the future of mobile esports looks like. realme’s presence at the heart of the tournament underscores a larger shift in the industry, where mobile gaming is no longer a secondary platform, but a global stage in its own right.

As teams battle for the world title, one thing is already clear: Indonesia’s role in MLBB esports has never been stronger, and its influence will continue to be felt long after M7 concludes.