The Meralco Bolts secured a defensively impressive 96-79 win over the Rain or Shine Elastopainters in a PBA on Tour game on Saturday, December 27, 2025. The Bolts clamped down on defense, particularly in the second half, to pull away for a convincing victory and improve their tournament record. The first half was a low-scoring affair, with both teams struggling to find their offensive rhythm. Meralco broke the game open in the third quarter, holding Rain or Shine to just 12 points and building a 20-point lead that proved insurmountable. The Bolts' backcourt led the charge, with their point guard orchestrating the offense and their shooting guard knocking down key shots. Rain or Shine's offense never got on track, hampered by poor shooting and a lack of ball movement against Meralco's active defense. The win was a testament to Meralco's disciplined game plan.