KL Major Day One — Graced By YB Syed Saddiq

Today marks the start of the three-day event, the Kuala Lumpur Major, where it sees some of the biggest teams in Dota 2 vying for the total prize pool of US$1million.

KL Major Day One

The event even saw the Minister of Sports, YB Syed Saddiq present to give a little insight on his thoughts of eSports in the country.

He even took the time to test out Acer Predator’s Thronos, which we managed to get a hands-on experience yesterday as well.

At the event, gamers and fans had many activities in-store for them, and that includes a chance to meet and greet with their favorite international professional eSports teams and talents.

As for the teams that are participating in the tournament, the champion of the Kuala Lumpur Major stands to win US$350,000 as well as 4,950 Dota Pro Circuit points, which will bring them close to qualifying for The International 2019.

Today saw PSG.LGD fight against Team Secret, where the former had a straightforward game in winning 2-0 (best of 3) to win the upper bracket R2. The result will see Team Secret fight against Virtus.Pro tomorrow in the Upper Bracket Finals. As for PSG.LGD, they will be pitted against Evil Geniuses in the 2nd day of the Major competing in the lower bracket R4.

Ninja In Pyjamas lost their upper bracket R2 match against Virtus.Pro, who then continued their fine form in beating TNC Predator.

Despite losing, Ninjas In Pyjamas still has a chance to go through the next round if they beat their opponents, which is still to be determined.

If you’re planning to catch Kuala Lumpur Major live for yourself, you can purchase tickets at Axiata Arena or MyTicket Asia.

Pokdepinion: There’s plenty of activities that’s available in the Kuala Lumpur Major. If you’re coming, be sure to check out the booths where they are selling exclusive Dota 2 merchandises.