Kai Sotto built a solid second half powering Batang Gilas’67-52 thrashing of Bahrain on Thursday in the 2018 International Basketball Federation (FIBA) Under-18 Asian Championship at the Stadium 29 in Nonthaburi, Thailand. The victory secured the Philippines a berth in the FIBA U-19 World Cup.

“Batang Gilas earns a spot in the World Cup! They play semis tomorrow vs winner between Australia-Japan. The SBP is proud of our team. A strong commitment to our grassroots programs,” said Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas President Al Panlilio through his twitter account @APan9.

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