Nakhon Ratchasima and BAIC Motor look to end their campaigns on a high note as they clash for the bronze medal in the 2025 AVC Women’s Champions League.
After falling short of their respective title bids, Thailand's Nakhon Ratchasima QminC VC and China’s Beijing BAIC Motor now turn their sights toward a podium finish as they battle for the bronze medal in the 2025 AVC Women’s Champions League at the PhilSports Arena on Sunday, April 27
Nakhon Ratchasima fought valiantly but ultimately bowed to Kazakhstan's Zhetysu VC, 20-25, 21-25, 21-25, in their semifinal encounter.
Despite strong performances from Anyse Smith, who tallied 12 points, and veteran Onuma Sittirak with 11 points and 15 excellent digs, the Thai powerhouse couldn’t match Zhetysu’s consistent firepower and net defense.
Meanwhile, BAIC Motor suffered a surprising straight-sets defeat to Vietnam's VTV Binh Dien Long An, 15-25, 19-25, 21-25.
Exhaustion appeared to catch up with the Chinese squad, as Jin Ye, fresh off a 37-point explosion in the quarterfinals, was limited to just six points in the semifinal loss. Shan Lanfeng paced the team with 12 markers.
Both teams now aim to salvage their campaigns with a bronze medal finish.
First serve for the bronze medal match is set for 4:00 p.m.
(With reports from Kiko Demigillo)
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