Cebu Classic secured a 80-71 road win against the Bacolod Tubo Slashers in the Philippines MPBL on Monday, September 22, 2025. The final score reflects a gritty performance from Cebu, who withstood the home crowd's energy to grind out an important victory. The match was closely contested for three quarters, with neither team able to establish a significant lead. However, Cebu Classic made the decisive run in the final period, fueled by key defensive stops and clutch shooting from their backcourt. This result gives Cebu Classic a positive start to their campaign, while Bacolod will look to improve their execution in crunch time. The starting guards for Cebu were instrumental in closing out the game.