![Chris Newsome of the Meralco Bolts [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PBA-Images326-1024x683.jpg)
The Meralco Bolts halted NLEX’s six-game win streak with a 108-92 blowout in the PBA Philippine Cup, led by Chris Newsome’s 21 points and CJ Cansino’s 20. The victory pushed Meralco to 5-5 and solidified its Top 8 standing heading into a crucial showdown with Barangay Ginebra.
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Gilas Youth opens FIBA U16 SEABA qualifiers with blowout win over Vietnam
Gilas Pilipinas Youth delivered a powerful 99-52 victory over Vietnam in the FIBA U16 Asia Cup SEABA Qualifiers, marking a triumphant coaching debut for LA Tenorio. The team overcame a shaky start to dominate with aggressive defense and scoring depth.
Jose Torres vs. Dias Yerengaipov headlines BRAVE CF 95 in Spain
BRAVE CF 95 returns to Spain on May 30, 2025, featuring a thrilling flyweight co-main event between Jose Torres and Dias Yerengaipov at the Pabellón Santiago Martín in Tenerife.
![Poom Saksansin [ photo credit: Korea Golf Association]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/54541538445_9baa649645_c.jpg)
Poom Saksansin defies odds to lead 2025 Kolon Korea Open after Round 3
Thailand’s Poom Saksansin took a surprise third-round lead at the 2025 Kolon Korea Open, proving precision and putting can outshine power on one of the Asian Tour’s toughest courses.
![CJ Perez torches Blackwater with 20 points to lead SMB’s third straight win [{BA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PBA-Images823-1024x612.jpg)
San Miguel Beer extends win streak to 3 after dominating Blackwater
San Miguel Beer dominated Blackwater 115-78 in the 2025 PBA Philippine Cup, overcoming key absences with a clinical performance led by CJ Perez, June Mar Fajardo, and Don Trollano.
Al Ahli Tripoli punches BAL playoffs ticket after fourth win in a row
Al Ahli Tripoli defeated Nairobi City Thunder 104-91 to clinch their fourth consecutive win and earn a guaranteed slot in the 2025 BAL Playoffs. Meanwhile, Made By Basketball outlasted APR to keep their postseason hopes alive.
![Japeth Aguilar hit the game-winning jumper that sealed Ginebra’s 101-99 win over Blackwater. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PBA-Images1428-1024x632.jpg)
Aguilar delivers late heroics to push Ginebra over Blackwater
Japeth Aguilar delivered a game-winning shot with a second left as Barangay Ginebra edged Blackwater 101-99 in the PBA Philippine Cup, securing their third straight win.
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Songgyu Yoo leads Kolon Korea Open after tough second round
Korean golfer Songgyu Yoo captured the halfway lead at the Kolon Korea Open with a composed 67, outpacing Thai contenders Poom Saksansin and Sadom Kaewkanjana on a punishing Dunes Course.
![Robert Bolick shines with 19 points and 10 assists to lead NLEX. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PBA-Images634-1024x573.jpg)
NLEX pushes win streak to six with tough victory against Converge
NLEX Road Warriors leaned on Robert Bolick and Xyrus Torres to edge Converge, 88-83, in a high-stakes battle at the 2025 PBA Philippine Cup. The win marked the longest winning streak in franchise history.
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The growing poaching culture in UAAP basketball has transformed collegiate sports into a battleground for money-driven transfers. Critics warn this shift undermines academic values and institutional loyalty.