Philippines faces Japan in AFC Women’s Cup quarterfinals with World Cup spot at stake
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Two-time champion Japan will test the Filipinas in the 2026 AFC Women’s Cup quarterfinals, with a World Cup slot at stake.
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Jaylen Johnson posts 29-24 debut as Rain or Shine beats Macau
![Jaylen Johnson dominates with 29 points and 24 rebounds in his PBA debut. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PBA-IMAGES352-400x200.jpg)
Jaylen Johnson recorded 29 points and 24 rebounds as Rain or Shine defeated Macau 116-109 in their PBA conference opener.
Cignal sweep of Capital1 ends Bella Belen’s 20-point streak
![Vanie Gandler powers Cignal’s offense with 23 points against Capital1. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PVL-AFC-26-Cignal-vs.-Capital1-Vanie-Gandler-7666-400x200.jpg)
Cignal relied on depth, composure, and multiple scoring options to sweep Capital1 and secure a spot in the PVL All-Filipino Conference qualifying round.
Terrafirma shocks Converge as fasting Mubashar Ali delivers 50-point masterpiece
![Terrafirma’s import Mubashar Ali dominates the paint during his 50-point performance against Converge in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PBA-IMAGES1224-400x200.jpg)
Terrafirma stunned Converge in overtime behind a massive scoring and rebounding night from its import in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup.
Kim Dy powers PLDT comeback over Choco Mucho as Play-In pressure mounts
![Kim Dy during PLDT’s comeback victory against Choco Mucho in the PVL All-Filipino Conference. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PVL-AFC-26-PLDT-vs.-Choco-Mucho-Kim-Dy-6688-400x200.jpg)
PLDT recovered from a first-set loss and relied on disciplined blocking and balanced scoring to defeat Choco Mucho in four sets in the PVL All-Filipino Conference.
PVL, Spikers’ Turf Stars Unite For Volleyball All-Star Showcase
The Volleyball All-Star Showcase returns on May 1 at the Candon City Arena, featuring top players from the Premier Volleyball League and Spikers’ Turf in a celebration of Philippine volleyball.
Criss Cross King Crunchers beat Savouge Spin Doctors to clinch semis spot
![Jude Garcia delivers a crucial attack to help secure Criss Cross’ fourth-set win. [Spikers Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ST-2026-Criss-Cross-vs.-Savouge-Jude-Garcia-6064-400x200.jpg)
Criss Cross defeats Savouge Spin Doctors in four sets, 25-21, 25-19, 20-25, 25-19, claiming the first semifinal spot in the Spikers’ Turf Open Conference.
Alpha Insurance bounces back with sweep of 3B in Spikers’ Turf
![JM Ronquillo attacks the net as Alpha Insurance defeats 3B in the Spikers’ Turf Open Conference. [Spikers Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ST-2026-Alpha-vs.-3B-JM-Ronquillo-5179-400x200.jpg)
Alpha Insurance returns to winning ways, defeating 3B in straight sets to strengthen their hold on third place in the Spikers’ Turf Open Conference.
Dickey posts 20-point, 26-rebound debut as Phoenix edges Magnolia
![Phoenix import James Dickey III dominates the paint against the Hotshots. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PBA-IMAGES548-400x200.jpg)
James Dickey III dominates with a huge double-double as Phoenix edges Magnolia in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup.
AEP Cabstars repel late rally to sweep VNS Always Bright Laticrete
![Jay Rack Dela Noche delivers a powerful spike for AEP Cabstars during their straight-sets victory over VNS Always Bright. [Spikers Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ST-2026-Cabstars-vs.-VNS-Jay-Rack-De-La-Noche-4392-400x200.jpg)
AEP Cabstars held off a late challenge from VNS Always Bright Laticrete to complete a straight-sets win and move into a tie for third in the Spikers’ Turf Open Conference.