Beard, Sawicki power Philippines past Uzbekistan, seal World Cup return
![Angela Beard (13) in action with Sara Eggesvik [AFC Pool]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_5071-400x200.jpeg)
The Philippines secured back-to-back Women’s World Cup appearances after a 2-0 playoff victory over Uzbekistan.
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Criss Cross remains perfect, sweeps AEP-Cabstars for 8-0 record
![Jude Garcia powers Criss Cross with a strong all-around performance. [Spikers Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ST-2026-Criss-Cross-vs.-Cabstars-Jude-Garcia-1303-400x200.jpg)
Criss Cross extended its unbeaten run to eight matches after a dominant straight-sets victory over AEP-Cabstars in the Spikers’ Turf Open Conference.
Meralco erupts after slow start, blasts Converge in season opener
![Marvin Jones shines in his PBA debut with a game-high performance. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PBA-IMAGES1528-400x200.jpg)
Meralco powered past Converge with a dominant second-half surge to secure a convincing opening win in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup.
No Coach, No Problem: Savouge rolls into semis with rout of 3B
![JP Bugaoan earns Best Player honors with an efficient performance. [Spikers Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ST-2026-Savouge-vs.-3B-JP-Bugaoan-0771-400x200.jpg)
Savouge bounced back from back-to-back losses with a dominant straight-sets win over 3B to secure a semifinal spot in the Spikers’ Turf Open Conference.
Filipinas take on Uzbekistan with World Cup spot at stake
![Filipinas prepare for a crucial AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 play-in match against Uzbekistan. [AFC pool]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/AFC-WOMENS-ASIAN-CUP-2026-JAPAN-vs-PHILIPPINES-8-400x200.jpg)
The Philippine women’s football team battles Uzbekistan in a crucial AFC Women’s Asian Cup play-in, with a 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup berth on the line.
Terrafirma overcomes midgame lapse, extends winning run vs Blackwater
![Paolo Hernandez scores a career-high 20 points for Terrafirma. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PBA-IMAGES447-400x200.jpg)
Terrafirma overcame a second-quarter lapse to secure a 99-88 win over Blackwater, extending its winning streak in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup.
Tagaytay to host 600 athletes in Asian Track Cycling Championships
![PHILCYCLING president Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino checks on the progress of preparations at the Tagaytay CT Velodrome. [photo credit: PhilCycling]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/cong-bambol_track-400x200.png)
More than 600 cyclists from 19 countries will compete in the Asian Track Cycling Championships and Asian Para Track Cycling Championships in Tagaytay.
Japan routs Philippines 7-0 to reach AFC Women’s Asian Cup semifinals
![The Filipinas will now shift their focus to a crucial play-in match against Uzbekistan. [AFC pool]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_4988-400x200.jpeg)
Japan overwhelmed the Philippines 7-0 in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup quarterfinals to secure a semifinal berth and qualification to the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
NLEX overcomes Omot’s 32 points, beats Magnolia 112-105 for 2-0 start
![Cady Lalanne powers through the Magnolia defense during NLEX’s win in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PBA-IMAGES1735-400x200.jpg)
NLEX outlasted Magnolia behind a balanced attack led by Cady Lalanne and Schonny Winston to remain unbeaten in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup.
Phoenix rolls to 2–0 start in PBA Commissioner’s Cup after dominant 33-point rout
![James Dickey battles inside the paint while delivering a double-double performance for Phoenix. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PBA-IMAGES170-400x200.jpg)
Phoenix Super LPG dismantled Titan Ultra behind a balanced attack led by Ricci Rivero and James Dickey as the Fuel Masters improved to 2-0 in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup.