The San Miguel Beermen delivered a commanding performance with a 128-89 blowout win over Terrafirma Dyip, asserting their dominance in the 2025 PBA Philippine Cup at the Ynares Center in Montalban. With this emphatic win, San Miguel improved to a 5-2 record, breaking free from a tie with Barangay Ginebra to claim the third spot in the standings.
Role Players Rise: Brondial and Tautuaa Steal the Show
Though the Beermen boast a star-studded lineup, it was their role players who ignited the spark in this game. Rodney Brondial emerged as the heart of San Miguel’s hustle, pulling down a career-high 22 rebounds and adding 16 points. Known for his relentless energy, Brondial’s intensity was visible on both ends of the floor.
Head coach Leo Austria commended Brondial’s consistent work ethic, saying,
“He’s so intense. Kahit sa practice makikita mo intensity nandoon.”
Brondial, however, humbly credited his teammates and coaching staff:
“Sinusunod ko lang sistema ni coach Leo… bunga lang ng preparation namin.”
Meanwhile, Mo Tautuaa was flawless, scoring 17 points on a perfect 7-of-7 shooting from the field, further underscoring SMB’s impressive depth.
Balanced Offense: Multiple Beermen in Double Figures
San Miguel’s offensive barrage didn’t stop with Brondial and Tautuaa. CJ Perez shook off early shooting woes to also contribute 17 points, while June Mar Fajardo added a solid double-double with 12 points and 12 rebounds. Four other players also hit double digits, showcasing the Beermen’s balanced attack and bench strength.
Defense Wins It: Limiting Terrafirma to 35% Shooting
Coach Austria also praised his team’s defensive effort, as they held Terrafirma to just 33-of-92 (35%) field goal shooting. The Beermen’s suffocating defense was evident from the start, limiting the Dyip’s rhythm and forcing them into tough, contested shots.
Terrafirma’s Struggles Continue: 7th Straight Loss
On the other side, Terrafirma Dyip suffered their seventh consecutive defeat, dropping to a 1-7 record, effectively placing them on the brink of elimination with only the top eight teams advancing to the quarterfinals.
Despite the blowout, Mark Nonoy provided a silver lining with 24 points, including three triples. Stanley Pringle added 17, while Louie Sangalang chipped in with 10 points and 14 rebounds. But their individual efforts weren’t enough to stop San Miguel’s momentum.
Fast Start and No Looking Back
The Beermen set the tone early with a 28-21 first-quarter lead, sparked by Juami Tiongson’s three triples and Brondial’s dominance on the glass. By halftime, the lead swelled to 51-35, and San Miguel’s relentless offense extended the margin to 95-64 entering the final quarter, putting the game out of reach.
Final Thoughts
San Miguel Beer’s latest win reinforces their championship-caliber depth and readiness to contend. With Brondial and Tautuaa stepping up big, the Beermen have more than just star power — they have a complete team. Meanwhile, Terrafirma must regroup quickly, as their postseason hopes are fading fast.
The Scores :
SAN MIGUEL 128 – Perez 17, Tautuaa 17, Brondial 16, Tiongson 13, Fajardo 12, Trollano 12, Cruz 11, Teng 8, Calma 8, Rosales 7, Lassiter 4, Cahilig 3, Ross 0.
TERRAFIRMA 89 – Nonoy 24, Pringle 17, Sangalang 10, Zaldivar 9, Paraiso 7, Catapusan 7, Ramos 5, Melecio 5, Olivario 3, Ferrer 2, Hernandez 0, Hanapi 0.
QUARTERS: 28-21, 53-37, 95-64, 128-89
