In a stunning turnaround, Phoenix Super LPG erased an 18-point deficit to hand Rain or Shine its first loss of the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup, escaping with an 87-83 victory at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium. The Fuel Masters flipped the game in the second half to snap the Elasto Painters’ seven-game winning streak.

Rain or Shine controlled the first half with strong execution on both ends, building a comfortable lead behind steady scoring and defensive pressure. The Elasto Painters looked poised to extend their perfect start as Phoenix struggled to find rhythm early.

Phoenix, however, came out of the break with renewed urgency, tightening its defense and improving shot selection to slowly chip away at the deficit. The Fuel Masters’ energy shifted the momentum heading into the final quarter.

Phoenix Super LPG completes comeback against Rain or Shine

Phoenix fully seized control in the fourth quarter, using a balanced attack and key stops to overwhelm Rain or Shine down the stretch. The Fuel Masters outscored the Elasto Painters in the second half to complete the comeback and secure a statement win.

James Dickey III anchored Phoenix with a dominant interior presence, while Jason Perkins provided consistent scoring to stabilize the offense. Tyler Tio added timely perimeter shooting that helped sustain the rally, with Prince Rivero and Evan Nelle contributing across multiple facets of the game.

Rain or Shine still remains at the top of the standings despite the loss, but the defeat tightens pressure heading into a difficult closing stretch of games against top contenders in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup.