In an electrifying showdown at Ankara’s TVF Başkent Volleyball Hall, Ziraat Bankkart emerged victorious over Halkbank to claim the prestigious 2023 Men’s Turkish Super Cup. Ziraat Bankkart clinched the trophy for the third time.
The battle between the reigning league champions, Ziraat Bankkart, and the Turkish Cup winners, Halkbank, concluded with a 3-1 scoreline. After a slow start losing the first set 22-25, Ziraat Bankkart rallied to dominate the subsequent sets with scores of 31-29, 25-19, and 25-23.
The star of the match, Wouter Ter Maat, not only led his team to victory but also secured the title of Most Valuable Player. His outstanding performance yielded 26 points, which included an impressive 61% attack success rate, 2 block points, and a decisive ace. His efforts were complemented by Matthew Anderson, who contributed a notable 18 points, highlighted by a 48% attack rate and 4 blocks.
Despite the loss, Halkbank’s Earwin Ngapeth and Nimir Abdel-Aziz stood out, each amassing 21 points. Ngapeth’s 59% attack success and an ace serve were commendable, while Abdel-Aziz added his own mix of a 49% attack rate, 1 block point, and 2 ace serves to the team’s valiant effort.
