MPL ID Season 18 is kicking off with significant challenges for Dewa United Esports. In their first week of the regular season, the team faces two formidable opponents: RRQ and Team Liquid ID.
These initial matches serve as a crucial test for Dewa United Esports, who have retained several players from the previous season. The team aims to secure positive outcomes to build momentum right from the start of their MPL Indonesia Season 18 journey.
Match Schedule for Dewa United Esports
Dewa United Esports' first match is set for Saturday, August 15, 2026, where they will face RRQ at 5:30 PM WIB. The following day, they will take on Team Liquid ID at 2:00 PM WIB.
Here’s the complete schedule:
- August 15, 2026: Dewa United Esports vs. RRQ - 5:30 PM WIB
- August 16, 2026: Dewa United Esports vs. Team Liquid ID - 2:00 PM WIB
Assessing Their Strength Against Strong Opponents
These two matches present an opportunity for Dewa United Esports to measure their strength against teams with equally ambitious goals for the MPL ID Season 18. RRQ and Team Liquid ID are not to be underestimated, as both teams have made roster adjustments and coaching staff changes leading up to the new season.
The unpredictability brought on by these changes makes early season matches particularly challenging. Each team may employ different strategies compared to the previous season, making adaptability crucial for Dewa United Esports.
The Importance of Adaptability in Strategy
Head coach Jaypee “Coach Right” Felipe Lugtu emphasizes that adaptability will be a key factor for his team during the first week of MPL ID Season 18. According to Coach Right, reading opponents' gameplay at the beginning of the season is never easy, especially when several teams undergo roster changes.
In preparation, Dewa United Esports has focused on enhancing player adaptability to respond to various situations that may arise during the matches. This approach is essential as they face two opponents with distinct playstyles in their first week.
Evaluating Team Chemistry and Performance
The first two matches will also provide Dewa United Esports an opportunity to evaluate how well their roster functions in an official competitive setting. Retaining several players from the previous season should help with team chemistry, but they must prove that this combination can deliver competitive performance under the pressures of the regular season.
Competing against RRQ and Team Liquid ID will serve as an early indicator of Dewa United Esports' position within the MPL ID Season 18 landscape. A successful outcome could provide a significant boost for the team as they move forward, while a less favorable result may prompt early evaluations from Coach Right and his coaching staff.
Fans can catch Dewa United Esports' matches during the first week of MPL ID Season 18 at the MPL Arena in Tanjung Duren, West Jakarta. Tickets are available online through the official MPL Indonesia channels.
For those unable to attend in person, the matches will also be streamed live on the MPL Indonesia and Dewa United Esports YouTube channels. With back-to-back matches against RRQ and Team Liquid ID, the first week of MPL ID Season 18 promises to be a true test for Dewa United Esports. Fans are eager to see if the team can start the season with a bang or if they will need time to adapt to the fierce competition ahead.
Source: https://www.esports.id/read/mpl-id-season-18-dewa-united-esports-hadapi-rrq-dan-team-liquid-id-di-pekan-perdana-19293
