Week 4 of MPL Indonesia Season 16 was nothing short of drama for RRQ Hoshi. The King stunned the stage by ending EVOS Glory’s hot streak with a dominant 2–0 sweep in the legendary El Clasico. Yet, before they could savor that sweet victory for long, they stumbled against Bigetron by Vitality in a hard-fought 1–2 defeat.
El Clasico: RRQ Break EVOS’ Winning Streak
On Saturday, September 13, 2025, the clash between RRQ Hoshi and EVOS Glory once again stole the spotlight. EVOS, who entered the match unbeaten in the first three weeks, made a surprising move by not starting Rendyy. On the other side, RRQ shocked fans by fielding Sutsujin for the first time this season.
The result? The first game turned out to be anticlimactic. RRQ took full control, with Sutsujin’s sharp initiations suffocating EVOS’ gameplay. A flawless performance gave the King a 1–0 lead.
In Game 2, EVOS brought Rendyy into the mix, but it wasn’t enough to turn the tide. Rezz held his ground in the EXP lane, while Sutsujin once again became the key to victory. RRQ closed the series 2–0, halting EVOS’ winning streak and sending a clear message: El Clasico always delivers stories worth remembering.
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A Heated Duel Against Bigetron: The King Stumbles
But the joy didn’t last. On Sunday, September 14, 2025, RRQ faced Bigetron by Vitality. The opening game went well for RRQ, who managed to secure victory in just over 14 minutes despite early pressure.
In Game 2, Bigetron retaliated. RRQ fought back fiercely, but in focusing too much on teamfights, they left their base vulnerable. The Red Robots capitalized, evening the score at 1–1.
By Game 3, Bigetron’s confidence surged. They dominated from the outset, leaving no room for RRQ to recover. The final score was 2–1 in Bigetron’s favor, forcing the King to concede valuable points.
Week 4 Standings: A Tight Race
This week’s results made the standings tighter than ever. ONIC remain at the top with a flawless record. Bigetron by Vitality follow in second with six wins and two losses. EVOS and RRQ sit neck-and-neck in third and fourth place, both holding 4–3 records, though EVOS edge ahead with a better game difference.
Behind them, Alter Ego stand in 5th, NAVI in 6th, and Dewa United in 7th. Geek Fam slipped to 8th with a 2–5 record, while Team Liquid ID remain winless at the bottom after seven matches.
From Highs to Lows: What’s Next for the King?
For RRQ Hoshi, Week 4 felt like a true roller coaster. From the high of toppling their eternal rivals to the low of falling against the Red Robots, emotions ran wild. The burning question now is whether the King can rise again in the coming week—or whether the turbulence will continue to test their throne.