The PVL July 25 match gave Volleyball fans an exciting battle as the PLDT High Speed Hitters defeated the Choco Mucho Flying Titans in four sets, 25-21, 20-25, 29-27, 25-18, during the PVL On Tour 2026 Preliminary Round in Vigan City.
PLDT earned its first win in the tournament after a strong team performance led by Kim Kianna Dy. Although Choco Mucho fought hard throughout the match, PLDT stayed calm in the biggest moments and finished strong to secure the victory. The match lasted two hours and 25 minutes and was watched by 2,886 fans at Chavit Coliseum.
PLDT Takes an Important Opening Win
PLDT made a strong start in this Volleyball match by winning the opening set, 25-21. The High Speed Hitters attacked with confidence and kept Choco Mucho from finding its rhythm early. The Flying Titans responded in the second set with better offense and defense, earning a 25-20 victory to level the match at one set each.
The third set turned into the biggest battle of the match, with both teams trading points in a closely contested finish. PLDT stayed composed during the final rallies and pulled out a hard-earned 29-27 win. That result shifted the momentum in PLDT’s favor. Carrying that confidence into the fourth set, the High Speed Hitters controlled the pace of the Volleyball contest and completed the victory with a 25-18 finish.
Match Summary
| Category | Details |
| Tournament | PVL On Tour 2026 – Preliminary Round |
| Sport | Volleyball |
| Date | July 25, 2026 |
| Venue | Chavit Coliseum, Vigan City |
| Match | PLDT High Speed Hitters vs Choco Mucho Flying Titans |
| Final Score | PLDT won 3-1 (25-21, 20-25, 29-27, 25-18) |
| Attendance | 2,886 |
| Match Duration | 2 hours, 25 minutes |
The official match report confirmed the final score, venue, attendance, and set results.
Kim Kianna Dy Leads the High Speed Hitters
Kim Kianna Dy was the top scorer for PLDT with 17 points. She made several important attacks, especially during the close third set when every point mattered.
She also received plenty of help from her teammates.
PLDT’s top scorers included:
- Kim Kianna Dy – 17 points
- Savannah Davison – 13 points
- Mika Reyes – 12 points
- Mary Joy Baron – 10 points
- Alleiah Malaluan – 9 points
Instead of depending on only one player, PLDT shared the scoring responsibilities. This balanced attack helped the team keep pressure on Choco Mucho during the entire match. The High Speed Hitters finished with 66 attack points, eight blocks, three service aces, and scored 22 points from opponent errors.
Choco Mucho Showed Strong Fight
Even though Choco Mucho lost, the Flying Titans stayed competitive from start to finish. Caitlin Viray led the team with 16 points, while Lina Isabel Molde scored 14. Madeleine Madayag added eight points, and several other players helped keep the match close.
Choco Mucho finished with 55 attack points and eight blocks. The team had chances to take control, especially in the third set, but PLDT made the key plays during the final rallies.
Biggest Moments of the Match
Several plays helped PLDT earn the win during the PVL July 25 game.
- PLDT won the opening set to build early confidence.
- Choco Mucho responded by taking the second set.
- PLDT survived the exciting 29-27 third set.
- The High Speed Hitters controlled the fourth set to finish the match.
- Balanced scoring helped PLDT stay ahead when it mattered most.
The third set was the turning point. After winning the close battle, PLDT carried its momentum into the fourth set and never looked back.
Team Performance Made the Difference
The numbers showed that both teams played well, but PLDT was more effective in the important moments.
PLDT finished with 99 total points, while Choco Mucho scored 91. The High Speed Hitters also recorded more successful attacks and made fewer costly mistakes.
Kathleen Faith Arado provided solid defense for PLDT, while Kim Fajardo helped organize the offense with consistent sets. On the other side, Tonnie Rose Ponce and Christine Ubaldo played important roles in keeping Choco Mucho competitive throughout the match.
What the Result Means
This victory gives PLDT a strong start in the PVL On Tour tournament. Winning against a quality team like Choco Mucho should give the High Speed Hitters more confidence in their next matches.
For Choco Mucho, the loss is disappointing, but there were still good signs. The Flying Titans stayed close against one of the league’s strong teams and showed they can compete with anyone when they play consistently.
Final Thoughts
The PVL July 25 match between PLDT and Choco Mucho was one of the most exciting Volleyball games of the tournament so far. Both teams played with great effort, and the fans were treated to a competitive four-set match.
Kim Kianna Dy once again showed her value by leading PLDT with 17 points, while her teammates stepped up with balanced scoring and solid defense. The High Speed Hitters now move forward with an important opening victory, while Choco Mucho will aim to recover and improve in its next PVL On Tour match.
