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Retro gig brings back fond memories
The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) celebrated its 50th anniversary on Wednesday, April 9, with a retro-themed game at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum.
San Miguel Beermen defeated the Meralco Bolts 110-98 in the commemorative game, with San Miguel sporting jerseys from their 1982 season and Meralco wearing outfits inspired by their 1970s MICAA team.
As part of the celebration, lower box tickets were sold for P50 and general admission was P30, with fans born in 1975 receiving free tickets.
Former PBA players, including the original 'Ironman' Jimmy Noblezada and Elmer Cahabug, attended the event.
PBA's reigning MVP June Mar Fajardo, who will be honored tonight among the 10 new additions to the PBA's 50 Greatest Players, expressed his joy at the nostalgic theme.
San Miguel coach Leo Austria also shared a nostalgic feeling leading his team at the RMC.
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