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The action intensifies in the Batang PBA tournament as the semifinals kick off Monday at the CCF Gym in Pasig City, with top contenders aiming to preserve their spotless records and secure a shot at the championship.
In the 15-under division, San Miguel Beer and NorthPort open the semifinal double-header at 10:30 am on Court B, following the earlier clash between Phoenix and TNT at 9 am. The winners from these knockout matches will battle for the 15U crown later this week.
San Miguel Beer enters the semifinals with strong momentum, having swept the elimination round with impressive victories over Rain or Shine and TNT. The Batang Beermen will look to maintain their dominance against a hungry NorthPort squad.
Meanwhile, in the 13-under division, two more unbeaten teams—Barangay Ginebra and Converge—hope to continue their perfect run. Ginebra will face Blackwater, while Converge takes on Magnolia in separate semifinal matchups.
Ginebra punched its ticket to the semifinals with back-to-back wins against Meralco and Magnolia, while Converge secured its spot with victories over NLEX and Blackwater.
With only the best remaining in contention, both divisions are set for thrilling matchups that promise high-level youth basketball and a glimpse at the future stars of the PBA.