“Our goal at the Mid-Season Cup is to improve”: an interview with Hide on bush from Entity7
In July, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang fans can look forward to the main tournament of the first half of the season—the 2026 Mid-Season Cup in Paris. Entity7 will represent South America at the global championship after defeating Alpha7 North from the U.S. in the final of the new MCT AMER 2026 Split 1 league to secure a spot in the main event.
Ahead of the start of the MSC x EWC 2026, we spoke with Entity7’s jungler and captain, Facundo “Hide on bush” Ledesma: The player discussed the new format of the regional league in the Americas, reflected on the region’s signature playstyle, and shared his expectations for the tournament in the French capital.
Hi! First of all, congratulations on your victory at MCT AMER 2026. What emotions and impressions did the tournament leave you with, and what conclusions can be drawn from its results?
I’m very happy with the result we achieved. Winning MCT AMER 2026 means a lot to us because it shows that all the work we’ve put in hasn’t been in vain. I think, overall, we performed well, but there are still many areas we need to improve. For me, the main takeaway is that we have potential, but we need to develop a clearer and more reliable strategy if we want to be ready for the Mid-Season Cup 2026.
This season, MOONTON merged the North American and South American leagues. What do you think of the new format? Has it changed your approach to preparing for matches and the season as a whole?
I think this is a format we’ve seen before, for example, in the early years of the MLBB Professional League (MPL). Merging North and South America makes the league more competitive. But in the future, I’d like to see a format where the top four teams from each region advance to a LAN tournament and compete against each other.
As for us, I didn’t build the team’s preparation exclusively around our strongest points. I also tried to change our playstyle and make it more aggressive, because I believe that’s the direction we need to develop in.
In Europe, Turkey, and EECA, teams often build their drafts based on the meta in the Philippines or Indonesia. How does draft preparation work in your region and, specifically, at Entity7?
When preparing for drafts, we don’t ignore the meta. I like to look for ways to counter the current meta, come up with unexpected solutions, and make sure our opponents don’t feel comfortable. At the same time, I closely follow what’s being played in Asia, because regions like the Philippines and Indonesia are always very strong. For our team, draft preparation involves understanding the meta, but also finding our own answers to it.
How would you describe the South American playstyle compared to other regions? Is there anything about it that could give you an advantage at international tournaments like the MSC or M?
I think we’re still in the process of forming our own identity. Some South American teams try to adapt the game to their own style, while others copy the Asian meta without fully understanding the fundamental principles behind the drafts.
As for us, I believe that creativity is one of the main strengths that South America can bring to MLBB. This could give us a certain advantage in the drafts at MSC x EWC 2026, as some of our picks might come as a surprise to our opponents. At the same time, this is our first time testing our style at an international tournament, so I think we’ll be able to learn a lot from this experience.
This season, Entity7 has demonstrated an incredibly broad hero pool, using over 50 different heroes. What’s the reason behind this? Is it a way to keep opponents guessing, test new ideas, or something else?
I like it when the team stays flexible. I want the players to practice with a wide variety of heroes and feel confident using different options so that we don’t limit ourselves during the draft. Plus, it’s part of our strategy: if we’re capable of playing a wide variety of heroes, it’ll be much harder for our opponents to prepare for us. We want them to be unsure of exactly what we’ll bring to the next match.
Should fans expect new surprises from you at the 2026 Mid-Season Cup, or will you focus on refining your strongest strategies?
Most likely, yes—we’ll showcase new strategies and make certain adjustments, partly due to the recent update. The meta is still very new, so it’s hard to make any predictions just yet, but we’re already testing various ideas and trying to figure out what works best.
Which changes in the new patch did you find most significant? How will this update affect your team’s playstyle and hero pool?
For me, the most important change was to the jungler’s role. The update changed farming routes and also made it much easier to invade the enemy jungle. Because of this, we sometimes have to play more cautiously so as not to lose too many resources.
In addition, a number of balance changes have been introduced that could affect both the hero pool and how teams approach drafts. Overall, the most important thing is to adapt quickly. We need to critically evaluate our own gameplay, understand what’s really working right now, and continue to evolve alongside the new meta.
Several players on your roster already have experience competing in major international tournaments, including M7. Looking back, how do you assess those results, and what goals have you set for yourselves for the Mid-Season Cup?
I’m not satisfied with our past results. Of course, that experience was very important because it showed us the level we need to reach, but I believe we’re capable of performing better. At the Mid-Season Cup, our goal is to improve, compete at a higher level, and achieve a better result than before.
Of course, the main goal is always to win, but I think it’s also important to enjoy the tournament itself. International competitions are special moments for our team, so we want to give it our all while enjoying the experience.
Some teams are currently heading to Asia for boot camps. How is your preparation for the Mid-Season Cup going?
At the moment, our preparation is mainly focused on training within the region. We’re paying close attention to improving team synergy, decision-making, and overall strategy. We want to play more cohesively, especially during key moments of the game. We understand that the level of competition at the MSC will be significantly higher, so we’re working to become stronger and more consistent.
Thank you for taking the time to talk with us! And finally, if you’d like, you can address your fans, send them your regards, and so on.
I want to thank everyone who supports us. Your support means a lot to us, especially now that we’re heading to a major international tournament and want to represent our region with pride. I’d also like to say hello to my friend Jeff from Korea, my cousin Maxi, my family, and my wife Ari. Thank you all for always being there for me and supporting me.
