Ginebra vs. Converge (Game 1 – June 20, 2025) // PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup Quarterfinals
A tightly contested series is on deck as the no. 4 seed Barangay Ginebra San Miguel takes on the no. 5 Converge FiberXers in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup Quarterfinals, with Ginebra holding the crucial twice-to-beat advantage.
The Gin Kings, riding a wave of momentum, will aim to deliver a knockout blow and secure a quick path to the semifinals when they battle Converge. Ginebra closed the eliminations strong, winning six of their last seven games—including a vital victory over Converge— to finish with an 8-3 record and claim the final spot in the top four.
More than just form fuels Barangay Ginebra. After falling short in the Finals of both the Commissioner’s Cup and Governors’ Cup, the team is hungry for redemption and determined to finally break through in this conference.
For the no. 5 Converge FiberXers, the mission is clear: force a do-or-die game and keep their semifinal dreams alive. The FiberXers ended the elimination round with back-to-back wins, including an impressive 100-97 upset over top-seeded San Miguel Beermen, to post a 7-4 record and earn another shot at a playoff breakthrough. After narrowly missing the semifinals in the season’s first two conferences, Converge is eager to make their mark.
Their previous meeting in the eliminations saw Ginebra edge Converge, 85-66, a result that ultimately decided their quarterfinal positions—and gave the Gin Kings the all-important twice-to-beat edge in this series.
With both teams in excellent form and carrying plenty of motivation, this quarterfinal clash promises to be the most evenly matched and fiercely contested battle of the round.
How To Watch: Ginebra vs. Converge Game 1 Info
The Barangay Ginebra San Miguel play against the Converge FiberXers in Game 1 of the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup quarterfinals.
Find out the game time information, when and how to watch Ginebra’s game against the Converge on TV and streaming online.
- Date: Friday, June 20, 2025
- Time: 7:30 pm (PH Time)
- Venue: Ninoy Aquino Stadium
- TV: RPTV / PBA Rush on Cignal TV
- Live Stream: Pilipinas Live
Game 1 Result and Score: Ginebra vs. Converge
| Team | Final Score | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barangay Ginebra San Miguel | 88 | 21 | 28 | 24 | 15 |
| Converge FiberXers | 80 | 26 | 15 | 18 | 21 |
Barangay Ginebra San Miguel is heading back to the semifinals after dispatching the Converge FiberXers, 88-80, in their quarterfinal clash, securing a spot in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup Final Four.
Rookie sensation RJ Abarrientos led the charge with a game-high 21 points, going a perfect 7-of-7 from the free throw line, while also collecting five rebounds and four assists. His clutch free throws in the final seconds sealed the win.
Game 1 Highlights: Ginebra vs. Converge
Watch the Game 1 highlights between Barangay Ginebra San Miguel and Converge FiberXers in the 2025 PBA Philippine Cup quarterfinals.
