Philippines beats Jakarta 4-0 in Alas Pilipinas opener
The Philippines secured a four-set victory against Jakarta Bhayangkara Presisi in the opening game of the 2025 Alas Pilipinas Invitationals on Tuesday night at Smart Araneta Coliseum.
Louie Ramirez led the national team with 25 points, including 21 kills, three blocks and an ace, despite not expecting to start for the loaded squad.
Kennedy Batas made his unofficial national team debut in style by scoring crucial points in the fourth set after Buds Buddin suffered from cramps, helping seal the victory for the Philippines.
Jakarta's Agil Angga Anggara led with 20 points but could not prevent his team from falling to the Philippines who won the match 25-23, 27-29, 25-21, 25-22.
Ramirez is raring to be part of the country's historic hosting and participation in the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men's World Championship in September.
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