In a legendary finale held at One Ayala, Makati City, BOOM Esports completed one of the most incredible comebacks in Philippine esports history to become the first-ever champions of the Honor of Kings Philippine King League (PKL). The team triumphed over the tournament favorites, Blacklist International, in a stunning 4–3 victory—after being down 1–3 in the series.

The grand finals were a best-of-seven spectacle that had the entire venue and online community on edge. Blacklist International, previously undefeated throughout the PKL season, dominated the early games and looked unstoppable with a commanding 3–1 lead. But BOOM Esports had other plans.

In a display of resilience, grit, and peak performance under pressure, BOOM rallied back with three straight wins—shocking fans and critics alike. The decisive Game 7, dubbed as the “Ultimate Battle” was a masterclass in teamwork and strategy, with BOOM closing out the series in dramatic fashion and ending Blacklist’s perfect run.

With this victory, BOOM Esports not only takes home the PKL championship trophy, but also earns the right to represent the Philippines at the prestigious Honor of Kings World Cup.

The championship event transformed One Ayala into a hotspot for esports fans, with packed viewing areas, booths, cosplayers, and nonstop energy from beginning to end.

A Possible Turning Point in Philippine Esports

BOOM Esports’ victory may not just be a win for the team—it could mark a turning point for the Honor of Kings scene in the Philippines, a country where Mobile Legends has long been the dominant force. The PKL’s debut season, and the community around it, hints at the potential for new stories to emerge and new rivalries to take root.

While it remains to be seen how far Honor of Kings can grow in such a competitive space, BOOM Esports’ PKL championship may have sparked momentum and potentially marked the beginning of a broader shift in the country’s mobile MOBA landscape.