In a tweak in format, Team Asia will defend their title in the 2025 Reyes Cup against Team Rest of the World.
The 2025 Reyes Cup is poised for a blockbuster shake-up as reigning champions Team Asia prepare to defend their title against a newly formed and star-studded opponent: Team Rest of the World.
This global cue sports clash is set for October 16–19 at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila, Philippines, with live coverage on One Sports and WNT TV. Additional international broadcast partners will be revealed in the coming weeks.
In a major format twist, top-ranked players from Europe, the Americas, Oceania, and beyond will join forces for the first time under the Team Rest of the World banner — all in a bid to dethrone Team Asia, who dominated the inaugural Reyes Cup with an 11–6 triumph before a roaring home crowd last year.
Both squads will follow a five-player roster structure: the top three players in the World Nineball Tour (WNT) rankings from their respective regions will earn automatic spots, while two wildcard selections will round out each lineup.
The shake-up promises fresh chemistry, new combinations, and the birth of international rivalries as pride, power, and pool supremacy go on the line.
Among the top contenders eager to represent the global challengers is Scotland’s Jayson Shaw, one of the sport’s fiercest competitors and a vocal critic of Team Asia’s dominance.
“They had their moment last year — fair play to them,” said Shaw. “But trust me, this year will be different. Europe, America — whatever flag we wear, we’re going there to win, silence the crowd, and take that trophy.”
“We’ve got the players, and we’ve got a point to prove. I’ll be doing everything I can to make the team, and if I get the call, I’ll be ready to go there, put on a show, and win.”
Matchroom Multi Sport CEO Emily Frazer echoed the heightened stakes of this year’s event.
“If you thought last year was big — this takes things to the next level,” said Frazer.
“Europe and the Americas joining forces is a bold move, and it shows just how much the Reyes Cup already means. We’re proud to be working with Puyat Sports again to deliver something truly global. With the best players in the world on one stage, it’s going to be unmissable.”
With national pride, continental bragging rights, and pool glory on the line, the 2025 Reyes Cup promises to be one of the most anticipated events on the WNT calendar.
Team announcements, ticket details, and full broadcast schedules will be released soon.
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