Fans rally behind Des Cheng as Choco Mucho star suffers season-ending ACL tear

In a sad development, the Choco Mucho Flying Titans confirmed the worst fears of some fans that star hitter Des Cheng suffered another ACL tear.

Cheng hurt her right knee during the Flying Titans' match against the Cignal HD Spikers On Thursday. According to the Choco Mucho management, the injury will require surgery and rehabilitation.

"Management will ensure that Des is given the best possible treatment and medical care in order to get back in fighting form," the Flying Titans said in a statement.

"The team is saddened over this development, but is hopeful for her safe return."

The unfortunate development marks Cheng's second ACL injury. The former De La Salle Lady Spiker injured her left knee in college.

The whole ube community is rallying behind Cheng in another journey to recovery.

"I'm praying for your fast recovery achi Des. Rest assured that the whole ube community as well is praying for you. Come back stronger!" X (formerly Twitter) user @eloquent_worthy said in a tweet.

I'm praying for your fast recovery achi Des 🥹🙏 Rest assured that the whole ube community as well is praying for you 💜 Comeback stronger! 🫶 https://t.co/Kr3Nj69pNQ

— worthy????? ? (@eloquent_worthy) October 28, 2023

ACL tear na naman🥺praying for youuu Des cheng!🙏🏻 https://t.co/O9CPGvxaZM

— 💙 (@itsmeachelamba) October 28, 2023

For @teddie_bean, the Flying Titans should dedicate this conference to Cheng and win at least a podium finish for their fallen teammate.

"Get a podium finish for Des! Padayon Titans! We will wait for your return Des Cheng!"

Get a podium finish for Des!! 🙏 Padayon Titans! 💜 We will wait for your return @itsmedescheng https://t.co/DWYVswEZkd

— Teddie Bean (@teddie_bean) October 28, 2023

Get well soon, Des!