Meralco fends off Blackwater for first win in PBA Philippine Cup
![Chris Newsome leads the Meralco Bolts' charge with a 22-point performance in the PBA Philippine Cup. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PBA-IMAGES1130-400x200.jpg)
Chris Newsome delivered in the clutch as Meralco overcame Blackwater’s furious rally to secure its first victory of the PBA Philippine Cup season at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
![Christian David leads Blackwater with 19 points and 12 boards in a must-win game. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/PBA-Images1431-400x200.jpg)