Titan Ultra delivered a stunning upset, defeating San Miguel Beer, 119-112, in the 2026 PBA Commissioner’s Cup Saturday, March 21, at the Ynares Center in Antipolo. The Giant Risers responded to the challenge set by new head coach Rensy Bajar, snapping a rough start after losing their first two games by wide margins.

The victory showcased a complete turnaround for Titan Ultra, which had previously struggled on both ends of the floor. This time, the team played with urgency and confidence against the defending Philippine Cup champions. The result marked one of the biggest surprises early in the conference.

Munzon, Gilmore power Titan’s breakthrough win

Joshua Munzon led the charge with 29 points, delivering in key moments of the game. Michael Gilmore added 28 points and 13 rebounds despite dealing with foul trouble. Their combined effort anchored Titan’s offense from start to finish.

Munzon stepped up in the fourth quarter, scoring seven of his points in the final stretch. His timely baskets helped steady Titan as San Miguel mounted a late comeback. The Giant Risers maintained composure to close out the game.

Bajar emphasized pride and effort as the team’s driving force. He noted that Titan took advantage of opportunities, especially with San Miguel possibly underestimating them. The players responded by showing they could compete with any team in the league.

Beermen falter amid turnovers and import struggles

San Miguel Beer struggled in its conference debut, committing 21 turnovers and shooting poorly in the first half. The Beermen found themselves chasing the game after falling behind early. Their inability to control possession proved costly.

Import Marcus Lee had a difficult outing, finishing with just four points on limited attempts. His struggles forced San Miguel to rely on an all-Filipino lineup late in the game. The adjustment was not enough to overturn the deficit.

CJ Perez recovered from a scoreless first half to finish with 27 points, while Don Trollano added 21. Mo Tautuaa contributed 18 points, and June Mar Fajardo posted 15 points and 17 rebounds.

Despite their efforts, the Beermen could not overcome a decisive third quarter where Titan scored 41 points. The surge gave the Giant Risers a commanding lead heading into the final period. San Miguel now faces a challenging stretch against top teams in its upcoming games.