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Ryujin Nippon Wins Bronze in VNL 2023

In an exhilarating five-set contest, Japan edged past Italy to bag the third place in the Men’s Volleyball Nations League. The final scoreline read 3:2 (25-18, 25-23, 17-25, 17-25, 15-9), marking a dramatic victory for the Japanese team and a hard-fought bronze medal.

Match Score Table

Set 1Set 2Set 3Set 4Set 5
Japan2525171715
Italy182325259

The Japanese squad showed immense grit and composure, overcoming Italy’s challenge in a match that swung like a pendulum. Japan’s performance was marked by an impressive tally of 52 attacks, 4 blocks, 9 serve aces, and 74 digs.

Italy too put up a stellar fight with 53 attacks, 13 blocks, 7 serve aces, and 53 digs, but fell short in the final set.

Statistics

AttacksBlocksServe AcesDigs
Japan524974
Italy5313753

The Japanese team was led by Captain Ishikawa Yuki, who scored a total of 21 attack points. Kento Miyaura followed closely with 20 points, contributing significantly to Japan’s win with his key serves and attacks. Yamauchi Akihiro and Takahashi Ran also played crucial roles, each contributing 10 and 12 points respectively.

On the Italian side, Alessandro Michieletto shone with a total of 16 points. Yuri Romanò and Daniele Lavia contributed 15 and 14 points respectively, displaying impressive form throughout the match. However, their efforts were not enough to secure a win for Italy.

Personal statistics

Japan PlayersTotal PointsAttack PointsBlock PointsServe Points
Ishikawa Yuki (C)212100
Miyaura Kento201217
Takahashi Ran121110
Yamauchi Akihiro10721
Onodera Taishi3201
Italy PlayersTotal PointsAttack PointsBlock PointsServe Points
Michieletto Alessandro161114
Romanò Yuri151410
Lavia Daniele141130
Russo Roberto11830
Galassi Gianluca9351

While the Men’s Volleyball Nations League has been a roller-coaster ride for all teams, Japan’s hard-earned victory over Italy in this nail-biting encounter epitomizes the spirit of the game. From Japan’s comeback after trailing in the third and fourth sets, to their clinching victory in the decisive fifth set, this game will be remembered as a classic in the annals of the League’s history.

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