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The Cignal HD Spikers in the 2025 Spikers' Turf Open Conference. PVL Media
MANILA -- Archrivals Criss Cross and Cignal look to keep their winning run going when they face off against separate foes in the 2025 Spikers' Turf Open Conference, Wednesday at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig.
The HD Spikers will be up against the winless VNS-Laticrete Griffins at 6:00 p.m., while the King Crunchers take on a depleted PGJC-Navy Sealions squad at 3:30 p.m.
Cignal is coming off back-to-back straight-sets wins against Alpha Insurance and Savouge, and will once again rely on the explosive duo of Jau Umandal and Steven Rotter to carry their offense.
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"Our preparations remain the same for every team – we study them thoroughly and give our best effort," said Cignal head coach Dexter Clamor in Filipino. "It's crucial to secure early wins to qualify for the semifinals."
Despite their slow start, the Griffins showed resilience in their previous match, rallying from a two-set deficit against the Sealions before falling short in a tight Set 5. This time, young standouts CJ Segui and RK Medino, who scored 26 and 24 points, respectively, will look to lead the charge.
Criss Cross is also hoping to maintain momentum and solidify its position in the standings. The King Crunchers will once again lean on Jaron Requinton and Kim Malabunga, both of whom have delivered consistently in their first two wins.
Navy, which split its first two games, will bank on Greg Dolor and John Ashley Jacob to spearhead the attack, with top hitter Joeven Dela Vega's status still uncertain for today's match.
Kicking off the triple-header, Savouge and Alpha Insurance clash at 1 p.m., with the Spin Doctors eyeing their second win in three games.