The Cignal HD Spikers aim to bounce back from their qualification round loss as they take on the Capital1 Solar Spikers in a must-win PVL All-Filipino Conference play-in match for a shot at the quarterfinals.
The Cignal HD Spikers aim to redeem themselves and keep their championship aspirations alive as they battle the Capital1 Solar Spikers in the 2024-25 PVL All-Filipino Conference play-in tournament at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig on Thursday, March 6.
After missing a direct quarterfinal berth following a surprising four-set loss to the Galeries Tower Highrisers, the HD Spikers now look to take the backdoor route, needing to top Pool A to secure a best-of-three quarterfinal series against second-seeded Petro Gazz.
Vanie Gandler is expected to lead the charge, providing offensive firepower and consistency alongside Judith Abil and Jackie Acuña, as the HD Spikers seek to impose their experience against a hungry Capital1 squad.
The former Ateneo standout finished with a team-high 17 points in their shocking defeat in the qualifying round.
With the stakes at an all-time high, Cignal cannot afford another misstep, knowing that only one team from Pool A will advance to the next phase.
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The crucial showdown against Capital1 is set for 6:30 p.m.
(With reports from Kiko Demigillo)
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