Gilas women to play on home soil as Asia Cup heads to Philippines in 2027

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The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) announced on Thursday that the Philippines will host the FIBA Women’s Asia Cup in 2027.

The event will take place in Manila and will feature top women’s basketball teams from across Asia. This announcement follows the country’s successful hosting of the FIBA World Cup in 2024.

The tournament will provide an opportunity for the Philippines to showcase its capabilities in organizing major international sports events.

The Gilas Women, the national women’s basketball team of the Philippines, is anticipated to participate in the competition. This hosting rights award marks another milestone in the Philippines’ involvement in international basketball events.

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