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Poland demonstrated its prowess in a compelling match against Japan, concluding with a 3-0 (25-17, 25-19, 25-18) triumph in the Volleyball Nations League 2023. The Polish side’s superior attacks, robust blocks, and strategic serves were too formidable for the Japanese team.
The set scores were as follows:
| Set | Poland | Japan |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 25 | 17 |
| 2 | 25 | 19 |
| 3 | 25 | 18 |
| Total | 3 | 0 |
In a comparison of team statistics, Poland tallied 43 attacks, 7 blocks, 8 serve aces, and 38 digs. Japan, on the other hand, posted 38 attacks, 1 block, 2 serve aces, and 43 digs.
The Polish team was invigorated by standout performances from several players:
| Player No | Player Name | Position | Total ABS | Attack Points | Block Points | Serve Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Leon Venero Wilfredo | OH | 16 | 10 | 3 | 3 |
| 5 | Kaczmarek Lukasz | O | 12 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| 11 | Sliwka Aleksander | OH | 11 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| 15 | Kochanowski Jakub | MB | 9 | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| 99 | Huber Norbert | MB | 9 | 5 | 1 | 3 |
In contrast, Japan’s side was led by valiant efforts from these athletes:
| Player No | Player Name | Position | Total ABS | Attack Points | Block Points | Serve Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Otsuka Tatsunori | OH | 11 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| 1 | Nishida Yuji | O | 9 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| 14 | Ishikawa Yuki (C) | OH | 7 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 11 | Tomita Shoma | OH | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | Miyaura Kento | O | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Although defeated, Japan demonstrated its ability to compete at an elite level. The experience will certainly fortify their determination for future encounters.
This decisive victory underlines Poland’s exceptional talent and tactical acumen, stamping them as significant contenders in the Volleyball Nations League 2023. They have signaled to all that they are a force to reckon with in the upcoming battles.
