The NLEX Road Warriors held off the Meralco Bolts 89-85 in a tightly contested PBA on Tour game on October 26, 2025. NLEX executed better in the final minutes to secure a narrow victory and bounce back from a previous loss. The game featured numerous lead changes, with both teams trading baskets in a high-paced fourth quarter. Meralco's outside shooting kept them in touch, but NLEX's ability to attack the rim and draw fouls proved critical down the stretch. A key defensive stop by NLEX in the final minute, followed by a pair of clutch free throws, sealed the four-point margin. The Road Warriors' bench provided valuable energy and scoring, offering a significant boost when the starters rested. This result helped NLEX climb the on-tour standings and build momentum, while Meralco was left to rue missed opportunities in the clutch. The NLEX coach praised his team's collective effort, and the Meralco coach acknowledged his squad's fight but pointed to late-game turnovers as costly.