Quarterfinals heating up: Two explosive Philippine cup matches set for Friday, June 20th

The PBA Philippine Cup quarterfinals are set to intensify on Friday, June 20, 2025, with two highly anticipated matchups at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila. Fans can expect a thrilling display of Filipino basketball as teams battle for a coveted spot in the semifinals.

5:00 PM: Meralco Bolts vs. San Miguel Beermen

The day kicks off with a heavyweight clash between the Meralco Bolts and the San Miguel Beermen. This highly anticipated quarterfinal pairing sees the defending Philippine Cup champions, Meralco (8th seed), going up against the top-seeded San Miguel Beermen, who boast an impressive 8-3 record to close out the elimination round.

This is a rematch that has all the makings of a classic. The Beermen, led by their star-studded lineup and the formidable June Mar Fajardo, will be looking to assert their dominance and take a step closer to reclaiming the all-Filipino crown.

 However, the Meralco Bolts, known for their defensive tenacity and clutch plays, will be determined to upset the odds and continue their title defense. As the lower seed, Meralco will need to win twice to advance, while San Miguel enjoys a twice-to-beat advantage. Expect a fierce battle as both teams leave it all on the court.

7:30 PM: Barangay Ginebra San Miguel vs. Converge FiberXers

The evening caps off with another exciting quarterfinal showdown as the Barangay Ginebra San Miguel take on the Converge FiberXers. Ginebra, who secured the No. 4 seed with an 8-3 record, will hold the crucial twice-to-beat advantage against the No. 5 seed Converge FiberXers (7-4).

Barangay Ginebra, a fan-favorite squad, enters the playoffs with significant momentum, having won six of their last seven games in the elimination round. 

They will be eager to make a deeper run in the tournament after falling short in the Finals of the season’s first two conferences. Their passionate “Barangay” faithful are expected to fill the Ninoy Aquino Stadium, providing a massive home-court boost.

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5:00 PM
MERALCO Bolts vs. SAN MIGUEL Beermen (2x to beat)

7:30 PM
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However, the Converge FiberXers are not to be underestimated. They have proven themselves as a formidable opponent, capable of pulling off upsets. While Ginebra did edge Converge in their elimination round encounter, which determined the seeding, the FiberXers will be looking to rewrite that narrative and force a rubber match. 

This series is shaping up to be one of the most evenly matched in the quarterfinals, promising intense action and potentially dramatic finishes.

Basketball enthusiasts are in for a treat on Friday as these four teams go head-to-head in what promises to be a thrilling start to the Philippine Cup quarterfinals. Don’t miss the action at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium or catch it live on your preferred broadcast platforms.

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