RRQ Hoshi’s journey in MPL Indonesia Season 17 was not the ending the Kingdom had hoped for.
For the first time in what felt like a painful chapter of history, RRQ Hoshi had to accept the reality of missing the Playoffs. It was a difficult season, filled with pressure, criticism, and moments that tested not only the players on stage, but also the faith of everyone who stood behind them.
But even in a season defined by struggle, one thing remained undeniable: RRQ Hoshi still moves the esports audience like no other.
Based on data from Esports Charts, RRQ Hoshi dominated the list of the most-watched matches during the MPL ID Season 17 Regular Season. Even though the data is from Esports Charts, this was brought to our attention by one of our media friends, Hasagi — and it highlights something important about the bond between RRQ, the Kingdom, and Indonesian esports fans.
According to the data, all Top 5 matches with the highest Peak Viewers in the MPL ID Season 17 Regular Season involved RRQ Hoshi.
At the top of the list was the Week 1 Day 3 clash between ONIC Esports and RRQ Hoshi, known by many fans as “The Royal Derby,” which reached 2,288,815 Peak Viewers. It became the most-watched match of the Regular Season.
The full Top 5 list is as follows:
- ONIC Esports vs RRQ Hoshi — Week 1, Day 3
2,288,815 Peak Viewers - Bigetron by Vitality vs RRQ Hoshi — Week 4, Day 3
2,014,734 Peak Viewers - ONIC Esports vs RRQ Hoshi — Week 6, Day 3
1,853,260 Peak Viewers - RRQ Hoshi vs EVOS Esports — Week 4, Day 2
1,782,291 Peak Viewers - Alter Ego vs RRQ Hoshi — Week 3, Day 2
1,686,444 Peak Viewers
These numbers tell a story beyond wins and losses.
Season 17 was far from easy for RRQ Hoshi. The team went through a difficult start, facing a long losing streak early in the Regular Season. But instead of fading from the spotlight, every RRQ Hoshi match became a moment people wanted to witness.
Some watched with hope. Some watched with curiosity. Some watched because they wanted to see whether RRQ Hoshi could finally turn the story around.
But the Kingdom watched for something deeper.
They watched because support is not only proven when the team is winning. Sometimes, the loudest form of loyalty appears when the road is at its hardest. Through every match, every close moment, and every heartbreak, the Kingdom continued to show up.
That is what makes this viewership achievement meaningful.
It proves that RRQ Hoshi is not only a team measured by the standings. RRQ Hoshi is a symbol, a story, and an emotional connection that has been built over years with the fans. In a highly competitive season where other teams delivered stronger results on the table, RRQ Hoshi still remained at the center of attention.
The data also reflects the strength of the MPL Indonesia ecosystem itself. With millions of viewers tuning in to follow the biggest matches, MPL ID continues to stand as one of the most powerful esports leagues in the world. The passion of Indonesian Mobile Legends fans remains unmatched, and RRQ Hoshi continues to be one of the biggest reasons behind that energy.
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Of course, missing the Playoffs is not something RRQ Hoshi takes lightly. The result hurts. It should hurt. A club with RRQ’s history and ambition will always aim for the highest stage.
But this season also reminded us of something important: legacy is not built only during championship runs.
Legacy is also built in difficult seasons. In moments when the team must rebuild. In moments when fans continue to believe, even when the results are not there yet. In moments when millions still choose to watch, because they know the story is not over.
RRQ Hoshi’s MPL ID Season 17 journey may have ended earlier than expected, but the love, attention, and belief surrounding the team remain as strong as ever.
The numbers prove the scale. The Kingdom proves the meaning.
And for RRQ Hoshi, this is not the end of the story — it is another reason to rise again.