The Criss Cross King Cruncher look to clinch their first-ever Spikers’ Turf title as they face the defending champion Cignal HD Spikers in a deciding Game 3 showdown.
The Criss Cross King Crunchers aim to make history as they battle the defending champions Cignal HD Spikers in a winner-take-all Game 3 of the 2025 Spikers’ Turf Open Conference Finals at the PhilSports Arena on Sunday, April 6.
The King Crunchers pushed the battle-tested HD Spikers to the limit, setting the stage for a championship showdown with everything on the line.
After dropping Game 1 in a tough five-setter, Criss Cross stayed alive in Game 2 with a gritty performance, surviving a Cignal comeback and storming back in set 5 behind a crucial 11-5 closing run.
Veteran setter Ish Polvorosa is expected to be a steadying presence for Criss Cross, anchoring a potent attack led by MVP contender Jude Garcia, Marck Espejo, and Jaron Requinton—the latter coming up clutch in Game 2 with his composure and finishing.
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Now, the King Crunchers look to finish the job and capture their first-ever Spikers’ Turf crown.
First serve of the championship decider is set at 4:00 p.m.
(With reports from Kiko Demigillo)
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