Fajardo leads Beermen past FiberXers to PBA semis

June Mar Fajardo recorded a 40-point, 24-rebound performance, steering the San Miguel Beermen to a 109-105 victory over the Converge FiberXers in Game 5 of their PBA Governors' Cup quarterfinals series.

His exceptional play secured the Beermen's spot in the semifinals, where they are set to face Barangay Ginebra in a best-of-seven series.

Import EJ Anosike contributed 23 points and 10 rebounds, including crucial free throws that helped seal the win.

Fajardo's efforts were pivotal in a 15-3 run during the fourth quarter that erased a 13-point deficit.

CJ Perez added 10 points, 9 assists, 6 rebounds, and 2 steals for San Miguel.

Converge's bid to reach their first semifinals was ended despite a courageous comeback from an 0-2 deficit in the series.

The FiberXers anticipate the return of No. 1 draft pick Justine Baltazar for the Commissioner's Cup.