OG Esports and MelBet announce strategic global partnership as OG enters Southeast Asia with a new Filipino roster

Through this partnership, MelBet becomes a key supporter of OG’s competitive ambitions and content initiatives for the year.

Press release.- OG Esports, one of the most decorated and culturally influential organisations in competitive Dota 2, today announces a landmark global partnership with MelBet. This collaboration marks a pivotal moment in OG’s expansion as the organisation officially unveils its new Southeast Asia roster — a full-Filipino squad set to carry the OG banner into the region’s most competitive Dota battlegrounds. 

This partnership represents an unprecedented step for a Tier-1 European esports organisation. OG’s move into Southeast Asia acknowledges the region’s explosive growth, deep player talent pool, and unmatched fan passion. It also reconnects OG with a community that played a significant role in the team’s early legacy, including its iconic 2016 Major victory on Southeast Asian soil. 

Xavier Oswald, CEO, OG Esports, said: “Partnering with MelBet is a powerful step in our long-term commitment to the SEA region. Together, we’re not just showing up on stage, we’re investing in developing and supporting Southeast Asian talents, both in-game and behind the scenes. SEA is one of the beating hearts of esports, and with MelBet at our side, we want to give local players, creators, and fans the platform they deserve.” 

Through this partnership, MelBet becomes a key supporter of OG’s competitive ambitions and content initiatives for the year. The collaboration spans branded content, live appearances, community-led activations, and a comprehensive storytelling framework that highlights OG’s competitive journey in Southeast Asia. The brand’s involvement also supports the team’s high-performance needs, including training, logistics, and fan engagement efforts. 

Andrey S., Head of Sponsorships, MelBet, said: “OG’s expansion into Southeast Asia is one of the most significant developments in today’s Dota 2 landscape. Their global prestige, combined with a Filipino roster, creates a powerful intersection of legacy and rising regional talent. MelBet is proud to support OG as they begin this new era and connect with millions of fans across Southeast Asia and beyond.” 

The partnership’s timing aligns with the organisation’s broader strategy to re-establish global competitive momentum while investing in regions driving the future of esports viewership. With a large OG fanbase in South East Asia, the collaboration delivers both regional authenticity and global reach, setting a new standard for cross-regional esports partnerships. 

Together, OG and MelBet aim to deliver a year of high-impact storytelling, competitive excellence, and elevated fan experiences. The activation will include behind-the-scenes content, tournament-focused coverage, team features, regional community engagements, and spotlight content chronicling OG’s path through the SEA circuit. 

This partnership marks a new era for OG Esports, one defined by regional pride, global ambition, and a renewed commitment to competitive success, with MelBet standing as a key partner supporting the journey.