#ICYMI: NAVI PH wins PLDT Home-powered Athena Cup

NAVI PH has secured a major milestone in Philippine Esports after winning the PLDT Home-powered Athena Cup 2026, the country's premier all-female Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) tournament.

NAVI PH wins PLDT Home-powered Athena Cup

NAVI PH wins PLDT Home Athena Cup

The month-long competition not only crowned them champions but also served as the official qualifier for the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Women's Invitational (MWI) this July, where the team will represent the Philippines on the global stage.

The Athena Cup highlighted the discipline, teamwork, and rising talent of Filipina players, while also underscoring PLDT Home's commitment to supporting women in Esports. By providing visibility and opportunities in a male-dominated industry, the tournament has become a crucial platform for elevating female athletes and inspiring more players to pursue competitive gaming.

Heading into MWI 2026, NAVI PH is focused on refining their consistency and cohesion—qualities that proved decisive in their championship run. Jungler Keishi credited their discipline and trust as key strengths, while roamer Meraay emphasized the importance of exposure through tournaments like the Athena Cup.

We hope women in Esports continue to receive more support so more players are inspired to pursue this path, she said.

Individual performances also shone, with Rainn earning the Most Valuable Player award. She stressed the team’s mindset of staying focused and learning from each match. Head coach King Salman echoed this, reminding the squad to remain humble and consistent.

This is just the beginning–our job isn’t done yet, he said, highlighting preparation and discipline as their guiding principles.

Beyond competition, PLDT Home continues to empower gamers with its Unli Fiber plan at PHP 1,448 per month. Subscribers enjoy a free speed boost of up to 100 Mbps, a six-month Always On Fiber + LTE modem, and a one-year IGV Game Pass with free Steam games.

It's a bundle designed to turn homes into digital playgrounds, ensuring players stay connected and competitive when it matters most.