Visa has become the payment partner of the M7 World Championship, marking its first collaboration in the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang esports scene.
The partnership aims to bring secure payment solutions and various perks for fans attending the crowning event of the mobile game’s 2025 season.
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The collaboration brings a 20% discount on M7 World Championship tickets for Visa cardholders. Furthermore, cardholders will also have a chance to win Mythic VIP tickets to the tournament, premium seating, backstage tours and meet and greets. Full campaign details will be released closer to the competition.
Adrian Cher, Global Head of Partnerships, MLBB Esports at MOONTON Games, commented: “Having Visa on board for the M7 World Championship is a huge milestone for the industry. It shows how far MLBB and mobile esports have come — now attracting global, mainstream brands.
“Having them onboard provides the youth reliable payment solutions, empowering them to thrive in the digital economy while pursuing their passions.”
According to a release, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang has become one of the most popular mobile games to date. It has over 1.5bn installations and 110m monthly active users. The esports scene also amassed 475m hours watched in 2024 according to Esports Charts.
Danielle Jin, Chief Marketing Officer, Asia Pacific, Visa, added: “Through this partnership, we’re not only supporting the growth of esports, but also making it easier for young fans and players to enjoy the game, connect with their community, and access exclusive experiences.”
Visa is not the only brand partnering with the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang international event, as Chinese smartphone brand realme announced that the realme 15 Pro will serve as the official gaming phone of the tournament.
What is the M7 World Championship?
The M7 World Championship is Mobile Legends: Bang Bang’s season-ending tournament, organised by developer and publisher MOONTON Games.
The offline competition takes place in Jakarta, Indonesia, running from January 3rd to 25th, 2026. It will see the top 22 qualified teams, such as Team Falcons and Team Liquid, compete for the lion’s share of a $1m (~£760,700) prize pool.
Fans who cannot attend in person can watch all the matches live through the official Mobile Legends: Bang Bang YouTube channel.
Source: https://esportsinsider.com/
