PLDT sweeps Chery Tiggo to open PVL Invitational campaign
![Rookie Alleiah Malaluan shines with 11 points in her professional debut. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/PVL-INV-25-PLDT-vs.-Chery-Tiggo-Alleiah-Malaluan-3776-400x200.jpg)
PLDT dominated Chery Tiggo in straight sets to start its PVL Invitational run, with rookie Alleiah Malaluan impressing in her professional debut.
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Creamline outlasts Cignal in five-set thriller at PVL Invitational
![Michele Gumabao delivers a game-high 22 points in Creamline’s win over Cignal in the PVL Invitational. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/PVL-INV-Creamline-vs.-Cignal-Michele-Gumabao-2984-400x200.jpg)
Creamline survived Cignal in a grueling five-set clash at the PVL Invitational, with Michele Gumabao and Jema Galanza leading the Cool Smashers’ fightback.
Ronny Turiaf and Pero Antic named ambassadors for FIBA Intercontinental Cup 2025 in Singapore
![Ronny Turiaf [FIBA.com photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Ronny-Turiaf_Photo-Credit-FIBA-1-400x200.jpg)
Former NBA champion Ronny Turiaf and EuroLeague star Pero Antic will serve as ambassadors for the FIBA Intercontinental Cup 2025 in Singapore.
PVL Invitational adjusts lineup after Kurashiki Ablaze withdraws over coach issue
The PVL Invitational faces a last-minute change as 2023 champion Kurashiki Ablaze withdraws due to a compliance case involving their head coach.
Eliezer Kubanza departs BRAVE CF, leaving lasting legacy in African MMA
BRAVE CF bids farewell to Eliezer “King Kong” Kubanza as he pursues new opportunities, leaving behind a legacy as a trailblazer in African MMA.
PFL World Tournament Finals set with Edwards vs Rosta headlining in Hollywood
The 2025 PFL World Tournament Finals take place at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino with three title fights, headlined by Fabian Edwards vs Dalton Rosta.
Ilocos Norte hosts mini volleyball tournament for ‘Set Na Natin ’To’ Trophy Tour
![MEMBERS of the Alas Pilipinas Men huddle around Italian head coach Angiolino Frigoni in training camp at the Santo Tirso Sports Facility in Portugal. [photo credit: PNVF Commumications]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/alas-pilipinas-men-400x200.jpeg)
Four Ilocos Norte teams will compete in a mini volleyball tournament as part of the Set Na Natin ’To Trophy and Mascot Tour at SM City Laoag.
Lester Prosper returns to Manila for community outreach with youth programs and sports initiatives
![Lester Prosper leads the kids in attendance at his outreach in basketball drills in Pandacan, Manila on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. [photo credit: Brian Yalung]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/535381986_1185896583556506_1887269206862200510_n-400x200.jpg)
Former PBA import Lester “Papi” Prosper led a basketball clinic, feeding program, and court ribbon cutting in Pandacan, Manila, through his foundation.
NU escapes UST in five-set thriller to snap skid in V-League 2025
![NU Bulldogs celebrate after escaping UST in a thrilling five-setter at Paco Arena in the V-League 2025. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/VL-2025-MVT-UST-Golden-Spikers-vs-NU-Bulldogs_Celeb-03472-400x200.jpg)
National University survived a fierce five-set duel against UST to halt its slump in the 2025 V-League Collegiate Challenge at Paco Arena.
Marck Espejo regains form as Alas Pilipinas wraps up Europe camp for FIVB World Championship
![MARCK ESPEJO (sixth from left) and teammates (from left) Bryan Bagunas, Louie Ramirez, Lloyd Josafat, Vince Lorenzo, Peng Taguibolos and Jade Disquitado, who looks undecided as he looks at the rack, get some snacks during a brief stopover in the five-hour bus ride that took them from the city of Piatra Neamt to Romania’s capital Bucharest to take a flight for Portugal during the weekend. [photo credit: PNVF Communications]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/alas-e1755625923472-400x200.png)
Marck Espejo has recovered from injury and is catching up in Alas Pilipinas’ European training camp as the team prepares for the 2025 FIVB World Championship.