MANILA – The PBA Philippine Cup semifinals reach a critical juncture on Sunday, January 11, 2026, with Game 4 matches that could dramatically shift momentum in both ongoing best-of-7 series.
Current Series Status (as of Jan 10, 2026)
| Series | Score | Game 4 Schedule (Jan 11) | Venue | Stakes / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barangay Ginebra vs San Miguel | Ginebra leads 2-1 | Ginebra vs San Miguel (5:15 p.m.) | Smart Araneta Coliseum | Ginebra can go up 3-1; SMB fights to even at 2-2 |
| TNT vs Meralco | Series tied 1-1 | TNT vs Meralco (7:30 p.m.) | Smart Araneta Coliseum | Winner gains 2-1 lead; loser faces 1-3 hole |
Both Game 4s are pivotal:
- A Ginebra win would give them a commanding 3-1 lead and put San Miguel on the brink of elimination.
- A TNT win would give them a 2-1 advantage over Meralco, while a Meralco victory would push TNT into a 1-3 deficit — a hole very few teams overcome in PBA history.
Analysts agree: Sunday’s results could very well dictate the rest of both series. Momentum, confidence, and psychological edge are on the line.
Quick Recap of Series So Far
Ginebra vs San Miguel (Ginebra leads 2-1)
- Game 1: Ginebra 99-90
- Game 2: San Miguel 102-95
- Game 3: Ginebra 105-98 (Ginebra bench mob exploded again)
TNT vs Meralco (Tied 1-1)
- Game 1: TNT 98-92
- Game 2: Meralco 101-94
- Game 3: TNT 106-99 (TNT’s import Rondae Hollis-Jefferson dominated)
What to Watch in Game 4
- Ginebra vs SMB → Can SMB contain Ginebra’s bench again? Will June Mar Fajardo stay healthy?
- TNT vs Meralco → Will Meralco’s suffocating defense slow down TNT’s offense? Can Calvin Oftana and RHJ repeat their dominance?
These two Game 4s could decide the tone for the rest of the semifinals — expect packed arenas and high drama on Sunday!
Here are some intense photos from Games 1-3 — the energy, the crowd, and the big moments that set the stage for Sunday.
Who do you think wins Game 4 in each series? Let the games begin! 🏀🔥