San Miguel and Ginebra set for historic Dubai showdown in October

San Miguel Beermen vs. Barangay Ginebra San Miguel: PBA Returns to Dubai for 50th Anniversary, Presented by Far Eastern Private School (FEPS)

Basketball fans in Dubai, get ready! The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) is making its long-awaited return for its 50th season celebration, “The Golden Comeback,” with a blockbuster clash between the San Miguel Beermen and the Barangay Ginebra San Miguel on October 26, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the Coca-Cola Arena.

The teams arrive on October 24, kicking off an exciting weekend of world-class basketball. Fans can expect an electrifying matchup as the Beermen and Kings go head-to-head in a battle filled with high-flying dunks, clutch shots, and nonstop action.

Event Details

Game: San Miguel Beermen vs. Barangay Ginebra San Miguel Date: October 26, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m. (Dubai time) Venue: Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai Teams Arrive: October 24, 2025

Tickets: Available soon via Coca-Cola Arena official channels

Catch the action and be part of the PBA’s golden anniversary celebration in Dubai!

San Miguel will banner eight-time MVP June Mar Fajardo, along with CJ Perez, Marcio Lassiter, Chris Ross, and Philippine Cup Finals MVP Jericho Cruz. Ginebra counters with Gilas stalwarts Japeth Aguilar and Scottie Thompson, backed by RJ Abarrientos, Stephen Holt, and Jeremiah Gray.

About the PBA (Philippine Basketball Association)

Founded in 1975, the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) is Asia’s first professional basketball league and one of the world’s longest running. Celebrating 50 years, the PBA
continues to showcase top Filipino basketball talent and deliver thrilling games for fans around the globe.

About FEPS, Al Ansari Education Group

Far Eastern Private School (FEPS), part of the Al Ansari Education Group (AEG) founded by
Ahmed Al Ansari and Maria Teresa Sales Al Ansari, continues to strengthen its presence in
the UAE’s educational landscape. For nearly three decades, AEG has been a trusted provider of Philippine K–12 curriculum schools across the Emirates, including New Filipino Private School (NFPS) in Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah and Universal Philippine School (UPS) in Al Ain, with a strong focus on academic excellence, student development, and community engagement through education and sports.

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