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Meralco Bolts vs Terrafirma Dyip, PBA Philippine Cup 2025, Today Match Prediction

Ynares Center - Antipolo

Can the Bolts topple Dyip?

  • Meralco’s 54.97 rebounds per game give them a decisive second-chance and defensive edge.
  • Terrafirma’s 22 turnovers last game increase Meralco’s chances of creating easy transition points.
  • Meralco’s 5.21 blocks per game strengthen their rim protection against Dyip’s high bench scoring.

Tournament: PBA Philippine Cup 2025 | Venue: Ynares Center - Antipolo | Tip Off: 14:45:00

Live Streaming: PBA Website

Meralco Bolts to win and cover the spread (-13.5)

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Meralco Bolts vs Terrafirma Dyip Basteball Odds

Bookmaker Team A Team B
1xBet 1.05 8.50

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Meralco Bolts

The Meralco Bolts enter this matchup leaning heavily on their defensive work rate while still searching for consistent scoring efficiency. They are averaging 98.57 points per game, but their offense has struggled with accuracy, making 35.63 field goals on 25.5% shooting. 

Their outside production is limited as well, with the team hitting only 6.14 threes at 15.6%. Despite the low shooting percentages, Meralco remain competitive due to their strong interior presence, collecting 54.97 rebounds per game along with 5.21 blocks and 5.49 steals, giving them a defensive edge. 

The Bolts also average 18.35 assists, showing their willingness to move the ball, though 15.39 turnovers often slow their momentum. With recent tight games showing both grit and inconsistency, Meralco’s potential to improve remains high if they can convert more efficiently while maintaining their defensive intensity.

Terrafirma Dyip

TERRAFIRMA DYIP are coming off a tough 108-111 loss to the Titan Ultra Giant Risers, a game where their bench carried most of the scoring load. Terrific production came from J. Ahanmisi (20 points) and M. Nonoy (18 points), while M. Sangalang added 16 more as Terrrafirma’s reserves combined for a massive 82 bench points. 

Despite this depth, their starters struggled, contributing only 26 total points, and the team couldn’t close out key possessions late in the fourth quarter. Terrrafirma shot 38/86 (44.2%) from the field and 15/32 (46.9%) from three, showing strong outside accuracy but falling short in interior defense, allowing Titan Ultra Giant Risers to edge them out. They grabbed 48 rebounds and dished 27 assists, but turnovers (22) proved costly.

Terrrafirma on average score 107.12 points per game while shooting 26.1% from the field and 20.9% from three. They average 50.73 rebounds, 25.80 assists, and 9.02 steals, but their 16.36 turnovers and low shooting efficiency continue to be key concerns.

Meralco Bolts vs Terrafirma Dyip Starting Lineups

Position Player Name
PG Kier John Quinto
SG Norman Aaron Black
SF Crispin John Cansino
PG Clifford Marion Hodge
C Raymond Almazan
Position Player Name
PG Mark Nonoy
SG Jerrick Vincent Ahanmisi
SF John Matthew Bravo
PF Paolo Jose Hernandez
C Keith Zaldivar

Terrrafirma Dyip and the Meralco Bolts meet in a matchup between a high-scoring Dyip squad and a defense-focused Bolts team. Terrrafirma rely on strong bench production, while Meralco lean on rebounding and interior defense. The contest will likely hinge on shooting efficiency and turnover control from both sides.

Meralco holds the upper hand in recent meetings, winning four of the last six matchups against Terrafirma. Their scoring has consistently been stronger, highlighted by a dominant 118-80 win in 2025. Terrafirma have challenged them at times, but the Bolts generally control this matchup with better defense and late-game execution.

Meralco Bolts vs Terrafirma Dyip Player Stats

Player Name Points Rebounds Assists Steals/Blocks
Jerrick Vincent Ahanmisi 17.38 2.63 4.88 1.2/0.5
Crispin John Cansino 17.00 1.89 4.26 0.5/0.3

Meralco Bolts enter this matchup as the safer pick, backed by superior rebounding, stronger defensive metrics, and a more reliable late-game structure. Their ability to control tempo, protect the paint, and force inefficient shots from Terrrafirma positions Meralco as the likely winners in this contest.

Meralco Bolts to win and cover the spread (-13.5)

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