The San Miguel Beermen joined Terrafirma, Meralco and Magnolia in the early winners' circle in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup.
San Miguel's redemption bid got off to a strong start after warding off NLEX, 98-89, in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup on Saturday, April 5.
The Beermen seized control early but needed to survive a late Road Warriors uprising to get their opening victory at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Malate.
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San Miguel will next face Meralco on April 9, the same day the league celebrates its 50th founding anniversary.
The match starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum, with the two teams sporting their vintage jerseys.