![Jude Garcia in action during Criss Cross' semifinal clash against Cignal. [photo credit: Spikers' Turf images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/ST-INV-2024-CKC-v-CHD-Jude-Garcia-21-400x200.jpg)
The stakes are higher than ever as Criss Cross and Cignal clash with separate rivals in the Spikers’ Turf semifinals, aiming for a spot in the highly-anticipated championship. Will Criss Cross keep their momentum, or can Cignal rebound for redemption?
![Rica Rivera [PVL images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/PVL-AFC-25-Capital1-vs.-Galeries-Rica-Rivera-8376-400x200.jpg)
Cebu’s first PVL event saw over 5,000 fans fill the Minglanilla Sports Complex, with standout performances from Dimdim Pacres and Rica Rivera.
![Jude Garcia [Spikers' Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/ST-INV-2024-CKC-v-CHD-Jude-Garcia-400x200.jpg)
Criss Cross defies expectations with a stunning four-set victory over Cignal in the Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference semifinals, inching closer to a finals berth.
![Jelord Talisayan [Spikers' Turf images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/ST-INV-2024-FEU-v-KON-Jelord-Talisayan-2-400x200.jpg)
FEU DN Steel Ultras secured a dominant victory over Kondohgumi Hyogo in the Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference 2024 semifinals, keeping their finals hopes alive.
![Louie Ramirez [Spikers' Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/ST-INV-2024-Cignal-vs.-FEU-Louie-Ramirez-3537-400x200.jpg)
The HD Spikers showcased power and precision, defeating the Ultras in straight sets to extend their win streak and inch closer to the Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference finals.
![Savouge’s Louis Gamban preps for a crucial face-off with KondohGumi Hyogo. [Spikers' Turf Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/ST-INV-2024-Cignal-vs.-Savouge-Louis-Gamban-5312-400x200.jpg)
KondohGumi Hyogo makes its debut in the Spikers’ Turf semis, clashing with Savouge, while Cignal and FEU-DN Steel battle for supremacy.
![Louie Ramirez leads Cignal HD Spikers to a powerful 3-set victory over Savouge in the semifinal opener. [Spikers' Turf images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/ST-INV-2024-Cignal-vs.-Savouge-Louie-Ramirez-5589-400x200.jpg)
The Cignal HD Spikers secured a dominant straight-set win over Savouge, avenging their earlier loss and taking a 1-0 lead in the 2024 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference semifinals.
![Ysay Marasigan in action during the King Crunchers’ dominant semifinal opener. [Spikers' Turf images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/ST-INV-2024-Criss-Cross-vs.-FEU-Ysay-Marasigan-4524-400x200.jpg)
The Criss Cross King Crunchers asserted their dominance with a straight-sets victory over the Ultras in the Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference semifinal opener, setting the stage for a highly anticipated rematch with rival Cignal.
![Eyes on the prize! The King Crunchers are ready to conquer the semifinals [Spikers' Turf images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/ST-INV-24-Criss-Cross-vs.-Savouge-Jude-Garcia-2242-400x200.jpg)
The Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference semifinals open with intense showdowns as DN Steel FEU faces Criss Cross, and Cignal clashes with Savouge at the FilOil EcoOil Centre.
Manny Pacquiao met with Dubai Sports Council officials to explore opportunities for enhancing sports development, including the historic 2024 MPBL Championship games and new academies.