The Vodafone Sultanlar League’s second round was marked by exhilarating matches, significant surprises, and a riveting Istanbul derby that stole the spotlight.
Eczacıbaşı Dynavit vs. Fenerbahçe Opet – Photo: TVF
In a surprise outcome, Kuzeyboru stunned fans by defeating Turkish Airlines 3-1, marking their second loss this season. This result was a considerable setback for the squad under the guidance of the legendary Ze Roberto. Kuzeyboru currently holds the top position in the league rankings.
However, the highlight of the round was the nail-biting contest between Eczacıbaşı Dynavit and Fenerbahçe Opet. The two powerhouses clashed in a rollercoaster match that saw both teams trading set wins. Eczacıbaşı Dynavit eventually triumphed at home with a 3-2 scoreline (23-25, 25-23, 25-23, 18-25, 15-11), marking their second victory in the league. Tijana Boskovic stood out as the top scorer, contributing a whopping 36 points to her team’s success. Meanwhile, Canadian spiker Alexa Gray chipped in with a commendable performance, which included 13 attacks, 2 blocks, and 2 service points.
In another closely-fought match, VakifBank managed to eke out a victory against Beşiktaş Ayos in a 3-2 contest. Despite trailing 0-2, Beşiktaş showcased a resilient comeback, though they fell short in the end.
Other Results:
- Beşiktaş Ayos vs. Vakıfbank: 2-3 (17-25, 20-25, 25-20, 26-24, 9-15)
- Eczacıbaşı Dynavit vs. Fenerbahçe Opet: 3-2 (23-25, 25-23, 25-23, 18-25, 15-11)
- Karayolları vs. PTT: 0-3 (24-26, 19-25, 15-25)
- Kuzeyboru vs. THY (Türk Hava Yolları): 3-1 (25-21, 24-26, 25-21, 25-14)
- Aydın BBSK vs. Çukurova Bld.: 1-3 (18-25, 18-25, 25-22, 20-25)
