League-leading Aurora faces MSC champs Team Liquid and M6 kings ONIC in back-to-back clashes

Aurora Gaming enters Week 6 of MPL Philippines Season 16 carrying the league’s best record at 7-1, but the true measure of its dominance awaits this weekend.

The league leaders are set for back-to-back heavyweight showdowns—first against MSC 2025 champions Team Liquid PH on Friday, followed by a Saturday blockbuster rematch with none other than M6 World Champions ONIC PH.

For Aurora, the second half of the regular season is more than just about piling up wins. With playoff berths on the horizon, every match now weighs heavily on securing the coveted upper bracket advantage, a factor that could determine their postseason fate.

Their clash with Team Liquid PH is dripping with storylines. Aurora got the better of the Cavalry back in Week 2 with a tight 2-1 series win, and the MSC champs are eager for payback. 

Team Liquid knows a win here not only restores pride but also keeps them in striking distance of the league’s top two spots.

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Aurora, however, has showcased an evolution in its playstyle. What once were occasional mid-game lapses have turned into a display of discipline and composure. The squad has learned how to protect leads, close out games, and suffocate opponents when opportunities arise. Replicating their earlier win against Team Liquid would only strengthen their claim as the team to beat.

But the bigger test might come a day later. ONIC PH, the reigning world champions, are circling this rematch on their calendars. Their first meeting was a barnburner—ONIC stormed out of the gates, but Aurora rallied to stun them 2-1 in what was arguably the upset of the season. This time, ONIC enters with redemption in mind and the pressure to reassert its pedigree as M6 kings.

Aurora, meanwhile, sees it as a chance to silence doubters once more. Seven straight victories have given them confidence, but nothing would validate their run more than beating both the MSC and M-series champions in the same weekend.

It’s a gauntlet that could redefine their season: sweep both titans and Aurora solidifies its standing as the league’s standard. Drop either, and questions about their ceiling and staying power could resurface.

Either way, Week 6 is shaping up as a proving ground—not just for Aurora, but for every top contender in MPL PH Season 16. Fans should buckle up; the league’s biggest tests are finally here.

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