In an intense five-set match, Yenisei Krasnoyarsk triumphed over Nova Novokuybyshevsk 3-2 (25-16, 23-25, 29-27, 29-31, 15-8). Yenisei’s serving power and blocks made the difference in a tight game, with Dmitriev’s 22 points leading his team. Nova fought fiercely, with Feoktistov’s 29 points keeping them competitive.
Meanwhile, Dynamo-Ural Ufa defeated ASK Nizhny Novgorod 3-1 (25-17, 25-11, 21-25, 25-16), powered by Potalyuk’s 27 points and strong blocking.
In another clash, Neftyanik Orenburg bested MGTU Moscow 3-1 (41-39, 25-18, 19-25, 25-16), with Khlyakin and Spodobets leading the charge in a marathon first set victory.
Standings provided by Sofascore