The Rizal Xentro Mall Golden Coolers fell to the Nueva Ecija Rice Vanguards 67-79 in a Philippines MPBL contest on September 27, 2025. The visiting Rice Vanguards secured a solid road victory, pulling away in the second half to claim the win. The match was closely contested early, but Nueva Ecija's defensive pressure and more efficient scoring in the third quarter created a decisive gap. Rizal struggled to find consistent offense, with their shooting percentages dipping as the game wore on. The Rice Vanguards' balanced attack proved too much, with several players contributing key baskets to stifle any potential comeback from the Golden Coolers. This result provides a valuable win for Nueva Ecija's league standing early in the season, while Rizal will look to regroup and address their offensive execution before their next fixture.