TNT starts final phase of Governors' Cup title defense with Finals Game 1 vs Ginebra

The PBA Season 49 Governors’ Cup Finals tips off with a high-stakes rematch between TNT Tropang Giga and Barangay Ginebra, with Game 1 set for October 27 at the Ynares Center in Antipolo.

The two powerhouse teams previously clashed in the Season 47 Finals, with TNT emerging as champions in a hard-fought series, 4-2.

This year, both squads return with the same star imports — Rondae Hollis-Jefferson leading the charge for TNT and the legendary Justin Brownlee for Ginebra — adding fire to an already electric rivalry.

TNT punched its Finals ticket with a 4-1 victory over Rain or Shine, while Ginebra overcame a tough 4-2 battle against San Miguel.

Notably, TNT has Chot Reyes back at the helm after his return from Gilas Pilipinas, bringing new tactical elements to the series different from the Season 47 encounter. 

Among the players making their Finals debut are TNT’s Rey Nambatac and Ginebra’s rising stars RJ Abarrientos and Stephen Holt, further adding new dynamics to this highly-anticipated rematch.

Game 1 is slated to start at 7:30 p.m. from Antipolo.

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