The Meralco Bolts defeated Barangay Ginebra San Miguel 89-75 in a PBA on Tour game on October 17, 2025. Meralco secured an impressive victory over the league's most popular team, using a strong defensive effort to control the match. The Bolts set the tempo early, limiting Ginebra's transition opportunities and forcing them into a half-court game. Meralco's balanced scoring attack, led by their backcourt, built a steady lead that Ginebra could never seriously threaten in the second half. The crowd favorites made several runs, but each time the Bolts responded with timely baskets to maintain their double-digit cushion. This result served as a confidence-boosting win for Meralco in the preseason, demonstrating their potential to compete with the league's top sides.