Mobile Legends' New Meta Arrives Ahead of MPL ID S16, Revamped Grock and New Mage Predicted to Change the Competitive Landscape

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang is entering a new phase with the August 2025 update , which is expected to impact the course of MPL Indonesia Season 16. Several hero revamps , the introduction of a new mage , and changes to the jungler meta are predicted to alter the strategies of top teams. These changes ensure that MPL ID Season 16 will be full of surprises from the first week.

Game-Changing Hero and Meta Changes
The update released on August 6, 2025, brought a major revamp to Grock . The stone giant now has a body size that adapts to physical defense and gains crowd control immunity when using skills . This change has the potential to make him a top choice in MPL Season 16 drafts , especially for teams that rely on early engagement .

The new mage hero , Zetian , debuted in patch 1.9.91 and immediately entered the S-tier list . With area stuns , movement speed buffs for the team, and revealing enemy positions, Zetian offers incredible map control options. This hero would be a perfect fit for MPL teams that rely on neat setups before major wars .

Team Strategy and Competition Prediction
In the current meta , junglers like Julian, Hayabusa, and Yi Sun-shin are the favorites due to their ability to rotate and farm very quickly. This strategy makes it easier for teams to secure objectives early. With this new meta , draft picks will be crucial, especially in the first week when teams are still finding the best formula.

ONIC Esports , known for adapting to new patches , has the potential to bolster their offensive capabilities with Skylar as their new gold laner . EVOS Glory , with its solid midlane , could once again become a major force. Meanwhile, RRQ Hoshi , despite losing Skylar , has a strong history of utilizing meta tanks and aggressive junglers .

vitality 's Bigetron Beta , with Nnael at the center of the game, can surprise opponents with flexible draft compositions . Based on their track record and meta adaptation , ONIC Esports and EVOS Glory are strong contenders to dominate the early season. However, this new meta also presents opportunities for challengers like Dewa United and Bigetron to steal wins.