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m. – Cignal vs Petro Gazz Drawing on its vast championship experience from 13 finals appearances, including 10 titles, Creamline pulled off a stunning comeback in a gripping five-set battle, hacking out a 25-22, 28-30, 26-24, 17-25, 15-13 decision over a vastly-improved ZUS Coffee side in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the Philsports Arena on Thursday. Faced with their toughest challenge yet in the record six-month tournament, the Cool Smashers exhibited their trademark poise and resilience.
After struggling in the fourth set against ZUS Coffee’s efficient hitting and falling behind majority of the way in the decider, they found a way to prevail in dramatic fashion. Key to their victory were crucial mishits by Michelle Gamit, the first handing Creamline a 13-12 lead, and the final error securing their hard-earned two-hour, 23-minute win, matching idle Cignal’s hot 4-0 start as they head into the holiday break. Though the Thunderbelles ultimately fell to 2-3, they gave the defending champions a massive scare.
Creamline, entering the match as heavy favorites, faced unexpected resistance from ZUS Coffee, whose spirited play demonstrated their growing confidence and potential. The Thunderbelles showcased their composure in an extended second-set win, proving they belong among the league’s contenders. Although late miscues cost them the pivotal third set, they roared back in the fourth, dominating th.
