Underdog Criss Cross King Crunchers Aim to Dethrone Cignal HD Spikers in Spikers' Turf Finals
Source: news.source.abante
The Criss Cross King Crunchers, led by setter Ish Polvorosa, are set to challenge the dominant Cignal HD Spikers in the first game of the 8th Spikers’ Turf 2025 Open Conference Finals at Rizal Memorial Coliseum. Despite Cignal's historical edge and recent championship wins, Criss Cross is riding a wave of momentum from their perfect record in the eliminations and semifinals. Both teams are under pressure, but Criss Cross sees this as their opportunity to overturn past defeats and claim the championship title.
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Criss Cross King Crunchers, led by Ish Polvorosa, face Cignal HD Spikers in the first game of the Spikers’ Turf 2025 Open Conference Finals.
Cignal has a historical advantage, having won the last two championships against Criss Cross.
Criss Cross enters the finals with momentum, having won all 13 of their matches leading up to the finals.
Ish Polvorosa acknowledges the pressure but sees his team as underdogs with a chance to upset Cignal.
Key players for Criss Cross include Jude Garcia, Jaron Requinton, Nico Almendras, and Marck Espejo.
Cignal coach Dexter Clamor focuses on the team's championship pedigree and not past losses.
Cignal's key players include Steven Rotter, Louie Ramirez, JP Bugaoan, Jau Umandal, and Owa Retamar.
The bronze medal match between VNS-Laticrete and Savouge is scheduled earlier on the same day.
