Cucine Lube Civitanova rallied from two sets down to defeat Rana Verona in Game 3 of the SuperLega Credem Banca semifinals, taking a 2-1 lead in the series.
Verona made the stronger start, winning the opening two sets and appearing in control, especially after edging a tight second set in extra points. Civitanova, however, responded with greater intensity, turning the match around by claiming the next two sets to force a decider.
In the tie-break, the visitors held their nerve in the closing stages and capitalized on a late error from Verona to seal a crucial win.
Aleksandar Nikolov starred with 22 points and earned MVP honors, with Eric Loeppky and Mattia Bottolo also making key contributions. For Verona, Darlan and Noumory Keita both scored 21 points.
Civitanova can now clinch a place in the final in Game 4 on April 18, while Verona must win to keep the series alive. In the other semifinal, Sir Susa Vim Perugia leads 2-0 against Gas Sales Bluenergy Piacenza.
Result: Rana Verona – Cucine Lube Civitanova 2-3 (25-22, 28-26, 22-25, 19-25, 12-15)
