![Caelan Tiongson sparks a late rally as Rain or Shine escapes Meralco in a nail-biter. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PBA-IMAGES1322-400x200.jpg)
Rain or Shine pulled off a gritty overtime comeback to stun Meralco, 96-95, in its PBA Philippine Cup season opener, overcoming a late collapse to secure a dramatic win in Antipolo.
![The Chargers celebrate their historic first-ever win over the Cool Smashers. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PVL-RC-25-Creamline-vs.-Akari-3139-400x200.jpg)
Akari delivered a stunning five-set upset over defending champion Creamline to secure its first-ever win against the Cool Smashers and open its Premier Volleyball League Reinforced Conference campaign on a high note.
![DeBeer showcases her offensive versatility during her 37-point outburst. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PVL-RC-25-Chery-Tiggo-vs.-Zus-Anna-DeBeer-0980-400x200.jpg)
Anna DeBeer made a spectacular debut, exploding for 37 points to lead ZUS Coffee past Chery Tiggo in the Premier Volleyball League Reinforced Conference at the Dasmariñas Arena.
![Juan Gomez de Liano drives to the basket during his historic PBA debut for Converge. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PBA-IMAGES340-400x200.jpg)
Juan Gomez de Liano made history with a triple-double in his first PBA game as Converge crushed Titan Ultra, 129-92, to open its PBA Philippine Cup campaign at Ynares Center in Montalban.
BRAVE Combat Federation heads to Vilnius for the first time on October 18, bringing a world-class lineup headlined by heavyweight champion Pavel Dailidko.
![FEU players celebrate their back-to-back 2025 V-League Collegiate Challenge title. [V-League photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/VL-2025-Finals-G3-DLSU-vs.-FEU-8513-400x200.jpg)
Far Eastern University swept De La Salle University in Game 3 to retain its 2025 V-League Collegiate Challenge title, capping a stunning series turnaround.
![Rey Nambatac attacks the basket on his return as TNT beats Phoenix in the PBA Philippine Cup. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PBA-IMAGES144-400x200.jpg)
Rey Nambatac erupted for 22 points to power TNT past Phoenix in their opening game of the PBA Philippine Cup, marking a triumphant return to action.
![Adamson celebrates after sweeping FEU to claim the 2025 Women’s V-League Collegiate Challenge crown. [V-League photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/VL-2025-Finals-G3-AdU-vs.-FEU-Shai-Nitura-7046-400x200.jpg)
Adamson University crushed Far Eastern University in straight sets to clinch the 2025 Women’s V-League Collegiate Challenge title behind a dominant attacking display.
![Christian David attacks the Terrafirma defense during Blackwater’s PBA Philippine Cup debut. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PBA-IMAGES234-400x200.jpg)
Christian David and RK Ilagan joined forces to lead Blackwater to a 107-87 win over Terrafirma in their PBA Philippine Cup debut at the Ynares Center in Montalban.
Sisi Rondina and Bernadeth Pons lead five local pairs as the Philippines hosts the Volleyball World 2025 Beach Pro Tour Challenge from October 15 to 19 in Santa Rosa, Laguna.