{
  "id": 7274636,
  "title": "One vision gives RRQ Tora their bite",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/one-vision-gives-rrq-tora-their-bite",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-14T07:52:21.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/esports/2026/09/1532635/one-vision-gives-rrq-tora-their-bite"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KUALA LUMPUR: RRQ Tora, the Japanese-inspired team, have finally found their purpose after eliminating in-form Team Flash 2-0 in Week Five of MPL Malaysia Season 18. The victory not only ended Team Flash's four-match winning streak but also avenged RRQ's loss to the same team in the previous week.\n\nExpander Aeliff Adam Smooth Ariff attributes RRQ's turnaround to greater trust and teamwork, as they have moved away from individual plays. Smooth, the former EXP laner, explained that while they initially relied on individual skills, they are now playing as a cohesive unit, trusting each other's abilities. He added that previously, the team lacked a clear vision, but now everyone is aligned, making their gameplay smoother.\n\nTeam Flash's addition of roamer Amir Hakimi JinZhao and Azly Azul Azly during the Week Four transfer window is believed to have contributed to RRQ's newfound discipline and understanding of their roles. Head coach Lu Sasa Khai Bean stated that the players now have a better grasp of who should protect the front line, who targets the back line, and when to avoid unnecessary confrontations.\n\nHowever, RRQ's journey has not been entirely smooth. They started the week with a dominant performance against Selangor Red Giants, followed by a loss to Team Flash. In Week Five, they suffered a 2-1 defeat against SRG before triumphing over Team Flash. Despite these improvements, RRQ remain in second from bottom with two points and a 2-7 win-loss record.\n\nAs of Week Five, Invictus Gaming and SRG secured victories over Team Rey and Bigetron Malaysia, respectively. On Sunday, Team Flash extended their winning streak with a 2-0 win over All Combo Esports, while Team Rey rebounded by beating Team Vamos 2-0. Bigetron excelled in the other match, defeating All Combo 2-0.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR: RRQ Tora are finally playing with one vision after taking down in-form Team Flash in Week Five of MPL Malaysia Season 18.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}