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Ex-PBA Star Mark Cardona Jailed Anew After Alleged Sexual Assault

It’s not the first time Cardona has landed in jail for allegedly injuring others, with his 2018 stabbing case and another BGC brawl in 2020

By Pie Gonzaga March 30, 2026

Taguig City police have arrested former Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) player Mark Cardona after he allegedly sexually assaulted a woman at a bar in BGC.

A police report states that on Saturday, March 28, Cardona “suddenly” grabbed a 21-year-old woman’s hands and kissed her without consent, leading to a confrontation between her boyfriend and the ex-PBA star. According to the report, Cardona, who had “become aggressive,” also poked the boyfriend’s eyes as they approached the bouncer to report the incident. Cardona faces charges of physical injuries and acts of lasciviousness.

The Daily Tribune reports that Cardona had attempted to negotiate a financial settlement with the couple, but they declined. “I told him not everything is about money. If we allow this to happen, he’ll do it again to other women,” said the boyfriend.

This is not the first time Cardona has been arrested. In May 2018, Cardona was also arrested for allegedly stabbing his former partner in her Makati condominium, where her two children were also staying. In March 2021, he was also arrested on the charge of physical injuries after getting involved in a brawl with three others in BGC in February 2020.

Cardona played for the basketball teams Talk ‘N Text, Meralco, Air21, NLEX, and GlobalPort Batang Pier from 2005 to 2017.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why was former PBA player Mark Cardona arrested in BGC?

Former PBA player Mark Cardona was arrested by Taguig police following an alleged incident at a BGC bar where he grabbed and kissed a 21-year-old woman without consent. Cardona also reportedly attacked her boyfriend when confronted, leading to formal charges.

What criminal charges is Mark Cardona facing after the BGC incident?

Taguig police charged Mark Cardona with acts of lasciviousness and physical injuries. The charges stem from the non-consensual sexual assault of a woman and physical violence against her boyfriend after security personnel intervened at the Bonifacio Global City venue.

Did Mark Cardona offer a financial settlement after his arrest?

According to reports, Mark Cardona attempted to negotiate a financial settlement with the victims following the incident. However, the couple rejected the offer, stating that accountability was necessary to prevent similar incidents from happening to other women in the future.

Has Mark Cardona been arrested for other offenses in the past?

Yes, Mark Cardona has a history of prior arrests. In May 2018, he was arrested for allegedly stabbing his former partner in Makati. In March 2021, he faced physical injury charges following a 2020 brawl in Bonifacio Global City.

Which teams did Mark Cardona play for during his PBA career?

Mark “Captain” Cardona played in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) from 2005 to 2017. During his professional career, he played as a guard for Talk ‘N Text, Meralco Bolts, Air21 Express, NLEX Road Warriors, and GlobalPort Batang Pier.

Pie Gonzaga

State of Affairs Writer

Pie Gonzaga is the State of Affairs Writer of Rolling Stone Philippines, covering politics and social issues. Her work with Rolling Stone Philippines includes interviews with figures inside and outside of governance, from congressmen to activists. Aside from politics, she has also written various culture and music stories, such as album reviews, TV show recaps, and explainers for internet/pop culture phenomena.

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