The Akari Chargers are out to secure a PVL on Tour quarterfinals spot as they clash with the All-Filipino champions Petro Gazz Angels.
The Akari Chargers return to action, aiming for a big statement win as they take on the reigning All-Filipino champions Petro Gazz Angels in a knockout match for a PVL on Tour quarterfinals berth on Tuesday, August 5, at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig City.
The Chargers are coming off a long layoff since their last outing, which came via a straight-sets victory over the Capital1 Solar Spikers on July 15.
Despite an up-and-down group stage that saw Akari finish as Pool A's no. 5 seed with a 2-3 record, confidence remains high heading into this high-stakes clash.
Grethcel Soltones will be a key figure for the Chargers as they aim to outlast her former team. She is expected to lead Akari’s offensive charge alongside consistent scorers Eli Soyud and Ivy Lacsina.
Setter Camille Kal will also play a crucial role in orchestrating the attack and keeping Petro Gazz’s defense on its toes.
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With both teams missing key players on national team duty, Akari sees this as the perfect opportunity to pull off an upset and punch its ticket to the quarterfinals.
The winner of this showdown will advance to the next round to face the Cignal HD Spikers.
First serve is set for 4:00 p.m.
(With reports from Kiko Demigillo)
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