In this 6th week of M-League 2020, we had many attempts, some of them successful and others were unsuccessful. We had a successful dealer baiman hand, a player overcoming the odds against three riichi players, and the first successful all-female table since the game on October 22, 2018, back when only four teams had femaleContinue reading “M-League 2020 Week 6: There Was an Attempt”
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M-League 2020 Week 5: On Repeat
Quick! How much is a 3 han 30 fu hand with 9 honba worth? In this 5th week of the M-League 2020 season, we had streaks and repeats. We had the second-highest honba count in M-League history and players making the most of their dealer turns. These streaks also helped and hindered their teams inContinue reading “M-League 2020 Week 5: On Repeat”
M-League 2020 Week 4: Baiman Time
In the 4th week of M-League 2020, it was a big week for big hands. In this week alone, there were 4 baiman hands won, twice the number of baiman won in the first three weeks combined. We also had a dama chiitoi beating two riichi calls, a small tile slip and a double riichiContinue reading “M-League 2020 Week 4: Baiman Time”
M-League 2020 Week 3: Playing in Fear
In this 3rd week of M-League 2020, there was a lot of sweat. From three riichi calls facing off, to a difficult final discard, to a double riichi, there were a lot of high-pressure situations. In this game where a single discard can cost you the game, fear and doubt has set in. We alsoContinue reading “M-League 2020 Week 3: Playing in Fear”
M-League 2020 Week 2: Points, Points and More Points!
With so many points on the mahjong table, the game gets very exciting. This week, we had big point games, big point hands and big shifts in the standings. Five players ended their games above 50,000 and the first baiman of the season was scored. The newest M-Leaguer also had a big day this week,Continue reading “M-League 2020 Week 2: Points, Points and More Points!”
M-League 2020 Week 1: A New Season Begins
Ah, the day that we’ve been waiting for has finally arrived! M-League 2020 has finally begun, filled with action and excitement! Let’s get right to it, shall we? Opening Ceremony As with every season, the first day started out with an opening ceremony. In reverse order of the 2019 season standings, each of the teamsContinue reading “M-League 2020 Week 1: A New Season Begins”
Mahjong Love! M-League Catchphrases and Poses
We all have a favourite team. Some buy merch, others watch every single game. But sometimes we want to do more. As the new season starts next week, let’s take a look at the catchphrases and victory poses of the M-League teams so you can cheer along with them.
M-League 2020: Coach and Staff Matches
On September 12, 2020, the M-League coaches and staff had the opportunity to play against each other in a preseason tournament. One coach or staff member from each team would compete to see which team was the best. Who was victorious? Let’s find out! Format Divided into two tables (Table A and Table B), eachContinue reading “M-League 2020: Coach and Staff Matches”
Top 5 Plays of M-League 2019
With yesterday’s M-League Watch update and the public opening of the M-League Watch Discord server, let’s keep the energy going! M-League 2019 was a very busy season with big and fast plays. In a season with yakuman and comebacks, let’s take a look at the top 5 plays of the M-League 2019 season.
M-League Watch 2020 Update
Opening day is only one week away and the M-League Watch team is getting ready to watch every single minute! For this preseason week, we’ll have an article every day for the next five days! For today’s article, let’s take a look at some of the updates we’re making to bring you the best reporting.Continue reading “M-League Watch 2020 Update”
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