BIDA SA ARENA: THE REMATCH BRINGS STAR-STUDDED BASKETBALL SHOWDOWN TO CEBU

Cebu is getting ready for a major night of celebrity basketball, live entertainment, and fan excitement as Bida Sa Arena: The Rematch comes to the SM Seaside Cebu Arena on September 26, 2026. Cebuano-founded events company Manyfest Production brings the highly anticipated rematch to the Visayas following the show's successful Manila debut. And this time, the stakes are even higher. Gerald Anderson vs. David Licauco: The Rematch Is On The excitement kicked off in Cebu on September 6 during a special Media Day at SM Seaside Cebu. Team captains Gerald Anderson and David Licauco met with fans and members of the media for an afternoon packed with interactive games, fan activities, a Q&A session, photo opportunities, raffles, and live ticket selling. Anderson leads Team Th3rd Floor, while Licauco returns as captain of Team Sparkle. The two teams first met on May 3 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, where Team Th3rd Floor secured the first win, 96-89. Now, Team Sparkle is coming back with one goal: even the score. Team Th3rd Floor, meanwhile, is ready to defend its winning record. A Star-Studded Basketball Lineup Fans can expect more than just an exciting basketball game. Team Th3rd Floor features an impressive lineup led by Gerald Anderson, alongside Richard Gutierrez, Ronnie Alonte, Jeremiah Lisbo, Gab Lagman, Arthur Nery, Johannes Rissler, Marco Gallo, Emilio Daez, Tristan Ramirez, Algiers Saycon, and Jeremiah Ong. Team Sparkle, led by David Licauco, brings Rayver Cruz, Dustin Yu, Derrick Monasterio, Josh Ford, Will Ashley, Prince Charles, Anthony Constantino, Shan Vesagas, Ralph Miaco, Andre Paras, and Mateo Monzones. With both teams loaded with familiar faces from sports, television, music, and entertainment, the rematch promises plenty of action both on and off the court. More Than Basketball The excitement continues beyond the game. Jessica Villarubin, Marielle Montellano, and Hannah Precillas are set to perform as opening acts. Meanwhile, Flow G and G22 will take the stage during halftime. That means fans can look forward to a complete sports and entertainment experience in one arena. From Manila to Cebu Bida Sa Arena made its Manila debut in May 2026, attracting more than 10,000 fans in a sold-out show. Now, the celebrity sports property is heading to Cebu with expectations of drawing an even bigger regional audience. For the Cebu leg, Manyfest Production serves as the Executive Producer, bringing the event to its home market. Founded in Cebu, Manyfest Production aims to help showcase the city and the Visayas as a destination for major live sports and entertainment events. The Cebu event is also expected to attract fans from outside the region, including Metro Manila, Luzon, Mindanao, and other parts of the Visayas. A Major Event for Cebu's New Arena The September 26 showdown will be particularly significant as it marks the first-ever sports event at the SM Seaside Cebu Arena. The newly opened arena has a seating capacity of 16,000 and can accommodate more than 25,000 guests at full capacity. Its arrival gives Cebu and the Visayas a new venue capable of hosting large-scale national and international productions. Bida Sa Arena: The Rematch is among the early major events putting the new arena in the spotlight. Tickets Start at P300 With the big game just around the corner, fans are encouraged to secure their tickets early. Tickets are available through SM Tickets online and SM Tickets outlets nationwide. ** Prices are exclusive of ticketing charges. Fans who attended Media Day also had the chance to take advantage of a special 20% off promotion on selected tickets on September 6. Your Ticket Could Win You Big There's another reason to hold on to your ticket. Fans attending the September 26 event will have a chance to win exciting raffle prizes, including: Cebu, Are You Ready for the Rematch? The first game belonged to Team Th3rd Floor. Now, Team Sparkle wants its chance to settle the score. With celebrity basketball stars, live musical performances, thousands of fans, and the debut of the SM Seaside Cebu Arena as a major sports venue, Bida Sa Arena: The Rematch is shaping up to be one of Cebu's biggest entertainment events this September. As Manyfest Production Founder Maureen Eliot shared: 'We're excited to bring Bida Sa Arena to Cebu and to welcome fans from across the country for the rematch.' A former educator and now working as a freelance writer. Simply living her own version of life's passion – music, mobile photography, story telling, road trips and food trailing! 🙂