MANILA, Philippines—Gilas Pilipinas Women concluded the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup in sixth place after a match against New Zealand on Saturday in the classification round.
Gilas Women faced New Zealand a day after their semifinal qualifier elimination.
The team lost to the Tall Ferns with a final score of 78-71, thus missing the opportunity to secure fifth place.
Despite the loss, Gilas Pilipinas Women retained their position in FIBA Asia’s Division A.
The team remains on track for the 2026 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers.
A team representative expressed satisfaction with their efforts during the tournament, emphasizing their commitment to playing for Gilas.