Trending Ngayon: Gilas Pilipinas takes on undefeated Australian Boomers in the FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers

A blockbuster showdown is expected in Perth as Gilas Pilipinas takes on the undefeated Australian Boomers in a high-stakes FIBA Basketball World Cup Asian Qualifier. Fans can expect an intense battle and an electric atmosphere, with passionate supporters from both sides set to light up the arena. Credit: FIBA | fiba.basketball

On SBS Filipino's Trending Ngayon podcast this week, hear how the Filipino community in Western Australia gave Team Gilas Pilipinas a warm welcome ahead of its highly anticipated clash against the Australian Boomers in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers.

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Key Points

• Gilas Pilipinas to face the Australian Boomers on Monday, July 6 at RAC Arena in Perth, Western Australia.
• The Philippine basketball team heads into Monday's FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifier against the undefeated Australian Boomers as the underdog after falling to New Zealand on Friday, July 3.
• The Boomers, meanwhile, remain unbeaten with a perfect 5–0 record in the qualifiers.
• Gilas Pilipinas has its sights set on qualifying for the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup in Qatar as it continues its journey toward the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.

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