Creamline Refuses to Crack, Outlasts Nxled
![Sachi Minowa scored 19 points in her official return to the PVL with Creamline. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/PVL-INV-26-Creamline-vs.-Nxled-Jaja-Santiago-Minowa-2145-400x200.jpg)
Creamline survived a late challenge from Nxled to secure a four-set victory and join PLDT atop the early PVL Invitational standings.
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PLDT Title Defense Begins with Gutsy Four-Set Win vs Thais
![Savi Davison led PLDT with 30 points in the defending champions' opening victory. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/PVL-INV-26-PLDT-vs.-THA-Savi-Davison-1293-400x200.jpg)
PLDT High Speed Hitters opened their PVL Invitational Conference title defense with a four-set victory over Thailand’s EST Cola.
Gilas Breaks 13-Year Iran Jinx in FIBA World Cup Qualifiers
![Kai Sotto posted 13 points and 16 rebounds as his strong interior presence helped Gilas Pilipinas handle Iran's physical frontline. [photo credit: Peter Baltazar]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Untitled-design582-400x200.png)
Gilas Pilipinas ended a 13-year drought against Iran with a 68-56 victory, completing a perfect Window 4 sweep in the FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers.
UST’s Winless Curse Continues in Heartbreaking 5-Set Loss
![Gboy de Vega led the UST Golden Spikers with 18 points in their five-set loss to Arellano University. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/VL-2026-UST-vs.-AU-Gboy-De-Vega-0235-400x200.jpg)
UST remained winless after Arellano escaped with a five-set victory, leaving the Golden Spikers 0-3 in the 2026 V-League Collegiate Challenge.
Lardizabal Erupts as Letran Shocks Unbeaten Benilde
![Dave Lardizabal led Letran with 24 points in the Knights' five-set upset of Benilde. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Untitled-design581-400x200.png)
Letran rallied from a 2-1 deficit to stun Benilde in five sets, ending the Blazers’ unbeaten run in the 2026 V-League Collegiate Challenge.
Adamson Keeps Title Defense Rolling With Letran Sweep
![Frances Mordi leads Adamson University's title defense after scoring a match-high 17 points against Letran. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Untitled-design580-400x200.png)
Adamson University stayed unbeaten at 3-0 after sweeping Letran in straight sets to keep its V-League title defense on track.
PFF’s World Cup Gamble Turns Into Award-Winning Triumph
The Philippine Football Federation won two major honours at the Philippine Sports Tourism Awards after hosting the FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup.
Lady Chiefs Weather Benilde Storm to Stay Undefeated in V-League
![Samantha Tiratira led all scorers with 13 points as Arellano University remained unbeaten after five matches against Benilde. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Untitled-design578-400x200.png)
Arellano University survived De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde in five sets to remain unbeaten at 3-0.
Bosnian Rising Star Walks Into Hostile Territory After Big Hype
Amil Tutić enters BRAVE CF 108 with a major endorsement and a chance to prove his potential against Croatia’s Ivan Kiš at Pula Arena.
Quiambao’s Poster Dunks, Sotto’s Block Rescue Gilas vs Jordan
![Kai Sotto made his return to the men's national team a memorable one during the Philippines' win over Jordan. [photo credit: Peter Baltazar]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Untitled-design567-400x200.png)
Kevin Quiambao and Kai Sotto delivered the decisive moments as Gilas Pilipinas escaped Jordan 82-81 in overtime at the Mall of Asia Arena.