Choco Mucho survives Chery Tiggo to keep playoff hopes alive

Choco Mucho secured a 25-16, 25-11, 23-25, 19-25, 15-12 victory over Chery Tiggo, keeping their quarterfinal hopes alive in the PVL Reinforced Conference.

Mary Anne Mendrez led Choco Mucho with 18 points, including crucial plays in the deciding fifth set, and fueled an 8-1 run that broke a 4-4 tie.

Denise Manabat contributed 17 points, primarily from attacks, and delivered the game-winning kill.

Madeleine Madayag and Zoi Faki also added significant points with 11 and 10 respectively.

The Flying Titans, now with a 2-4 record, avoided a two-game slide and a disastrous meltdown after losing a two-set lead.

Head coach Dante Alinsunurin expressed happiness with the team's performance, emphasizing the necessity of the win.

The hard-fought match, which lasted over two hours, saw Chery Tiggo's American import Khat Bell attempt a comeback by saving two match points before Choco Mucho secured the win.