Romwel Anzures

Gilas Pilipinas‘ Dwight Ramos in action against Australia in the third window of the 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers. Photo from FIBA.

Article (news)

ABS-CBN News

<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1783341103546IMG_1361.jpeg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/>Gilas Pilipinas‘ Dwight Ramos in action against Australia in the third window of the 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers. Photo from FIBA.</div>(UPDATED) Gilas Pilipinas&#x27; turnover woes proved too much to overcome as it absorbed a 49-92 beatdown from Australia to close the third window of the 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers at RAC Arena in Perth.The Justin Brownlee-less Nationals will head into the second round with just two wins in six matches after committing 19 turnovers, which the Boomers converted into 30 points.&quot;It wasn&#x27;t a lot of fun. It was a tough beating that we took tonight,&quot; said Gilas head coach Tim Cone. &quot;And the problem is, this is going to be the one that we will remember.&quot;No Filipino finished in twin digits, with Dwight Ramos leading Gilas with nine points, four rebounds, and three assists.June Mar Fajardo had eight points, eight rebounds, and two blocks, while Mike Phillips provided spark with six points, 12 rebounds, and a steal.The game was close early, with both teams tied at eight before World No. 6 Australia unleashed 16 straight points to build a 24-8 lead at the 3:01 mark of the first quarter.Gilas responded in the second quarter, holding the Boomers to just eight points on two field goals and trimming the deficit to 12. But the home side quickly regained control after the break.Australia stretched its lead to as many as 43 in the second half as Gilas continued to struggle with ball security, cruising to its sixth straight win in as many games to complete a perfect first-round campaign.Despite the loss, the Philippines will enter the next round as the third seed in Group A.Gilas will look to bounce back in its next two games, which are expected to be held at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay.The Philippines will face Jordan and Iran in late August, according to the tournament&#x27;s official website.Iran and Jordan finished the first round as the top two seeds in Group C, respectively, with both teams recording five wins in six matches.Meanwhile, the hot-shooting Boomers were led by Bryce Cotton, who scored 21 points and knocked down five of Australia&#x27;s 11 three-pointers.Cleveland Cavaliers guard Tyrese Proctor added 16 points, four rebounds, and four assists, while Mitch Creek and Josh Bannan chipped in 13 and 11 points, respectively.<div> </div><div>The Scores:</div>Australia 92 – Cotton 21, Proctor 16, Creek 13, Bannan 11, Pinder 9, Armstrong 4, Glover 4, Reyne 3, McVeigh 3, Condon 3, Okwera 3, Swaka Lo Buluk 2.Gilas Pilipinas 49 – Ramos 9, Fajardo 8, Quiambao 8, Gomez de Liano 7, Phillips 6, Edu 5, Rosario 4, Tamayo 2, Newsome 0, Abarrientos 0, Baltazar 0.Quarterscores: 33-14, 41-27, 63-37, 92-49.

Gilas Pilipinas' turnover woes proved too much to overcome as it absorbed a 92-49 beatdown from Australia to close the third window of the 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers at RAC Arena in Perth.

Gilas Pilipinas' turnover woes proved too much to overcome as it absorbed a 92-49 beatdown from Australia to close the third window of the 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers at RAC Arena in Perth.

Turnover-plagued Gilas absorbs 43-point beatdown from Australia

News

Entertainment

Lifestyle

Sports

Metro.Style

More

BINI

Sudoku

Word of the Day

Lotto

Horoscope

Basketball

Turnover-plagued Gilas absorbs 43-point beatdown from Australia

Rom Anzures,

ABS-CBN News

Published July 06, 2026 08:34 PM PHT

|

Updated July 06, 2026 09:01 PM PHT

Read More:

Basketball

FIBA

2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers

Gilas Pilipinas

Tim Cone

FIBA Basketball

Gilas

Australia

Mike Phillips

ABS-CBN Newsletter

Your go-to source for the latest news, entertainment highlights, exclusive interviews, and updates on your favorite Kapamilya stars.

ABS-CBN Newsletter

Your go-to source for the latest news, entertainment highlights, exclusive interviews, and updates on your favorite Kapamilya stars.

Sign Up

I have read and agree to the Terms and Privacy Policy.

ABS-CBN is the leading media and entertainment company in the Philippines, offering quality content across TV, radio, digital, and film. Committed to public service and promoting Filipino values, ABS-CBN continues to inspire and connect audiences worldwide.

Corporate

Investors

Governance

International Distribution

Corporate

Governance

Investors

International Distribution

NPC Seal of Registration

Privacy Policy

AI Policy

Terms of Service

Advertise with Us

© 2026 ABS-CBN Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

NPC Seal of Registration

Privacy Policy

Terms of Service

AI Policy

Advertise with Us

© 2026 ABS-CBN Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

NPC Seal of Registration

Privacy Policy

Terms of Service

AI Policy

Advertise with Us

© 2026 ABS-CBN Corporation. All Rights Reserved.