{"id":140092,"date":"2025-05-11T13:01:18","date_gmt":"2025-05-11T13:01:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/?p=140092"},"modified":"2025-05-11T13:01:18","modified_gmt":"2025-05-11T13:01:18","slug":"suntory-sunbirds-dominate-queensland-pirates-in-straight-set-victory-at-avc-mens-champions-league","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/suntory-sunbirds-dominate-queensland-pirates-in-straight-set-victory-at-avc-mens-champions-league\/","title":{"rendered":"SUNTORY SUNBIRDS DOMINATE QUEENSLAND PIRATES IN STRAIGHT-SET VICTORY AT AVC MEN\u2019S CHAMPIONS LEAGUE"},"content":{"rendered":"<style type=\"text\/css\"><\/style><p>Osaka, Japan, May 11, 2025 \u2013 Fresh off their SV.League title win, Japan\u2019s Suntory Sunbirds delivered a commanding performance in front of their home crowd, cruising to a 3-0 (25-12, 25-16, 25-18) sweep over Australia\u2019s Queensland Pirates in Pool A of the inaugural AVC Men\u2019s Champions League at Panasonic Arena on Sunday.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-140093\" src=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_034-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_034-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_034-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_034-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_034-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_034-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_034-580x387.jpeg 580w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_034-860x573.jpeg 860w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_034-1160x773.jpeg 1160w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_034-500x333.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_034-800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_034-1280x853.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_034-1920x1280.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Sunbirds were in control from the opening serve, showcasing their superior firepower and composure. Towering Russian international Dmitriy Muserskiy led all scorers with 13 points, including 10 attacks, 2 blocks, and an ace. Supporting the offensive charge were Kotaro Kai and Ran Takahashi, who added 9 and 8 points respectively. Queensland\u2019s top scorer, Bradley Sting, managed 8 points\u2014all from attacks\u2014as no player on the Australian side reached double digits.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-140097\" src=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_053-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_053-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_053-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_053-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_053-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_053-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_053-580x387.jpeg 580w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_053-860x573.jpeg 860w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_053-1160x773.jpeg 1160w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_053-500x333.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_053-800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_053-1280x853.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_053-1920x1280.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>From the outset, Suntory\u2019s depth and discipline were evident. Muserskiy\u2019s height and experience anchored both the front line and backcourt, while Takahashi\u2019s quickness and finesse added another layer to the Sunbirds\u2019 offensive arsenal. The Pirates, while energetic, struggled with unforced errors and inconsistent reception, allowing the hosts to dominate the first set with ease.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-140098\" src=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_062-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_062-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_062-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_062-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_062-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_062-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_062-580x387.jpeg 580w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_062-860x573.jpeg 860w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_062-1160x773.jpeg 1160w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_062-500x333.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_062-800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_062-1280x853.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_062-1920x1280.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Queensland tightened up defensively in the second set, with Connor Rudder contributing some strong attacks. But the Sunbirds responded with precision. Muserskiy continued to fire from the middle, while Takahashi delivered blistering cross-court hits and an ace that stunned the opposition. Poor passing continued to plague the Australians, while Suntory capitalized on their superior ball control and chemistry to take the second frame comfortably.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-140099\" src=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_050-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_050-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_050-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_050-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_050-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_050-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_050-580x387.jpeg 580w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_050-860x573.jpeg 860w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_050-1160x773.jpeg 1160w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_050-500x333.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_050-800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_050-1280x853.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_050-1920x1280.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With the match well in hand, Suntory rotated their lineup in the third set, introducing key substitutes including Cuban attacker Alain De Armas. The Pirates took advantage early, stringing together several points and even taking a brief lead. But the Japanese side quickly regained their rhythm, with Kenya Fujinaka stepping up with powerful attacks, and De Armas landing sharp midcourt spikes. Impressive blocking from Fujinaka, Kenji Sato, and Kai helped the Sunbirds seal the third and straight-set win.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-140105\" src=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_059-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_059-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_059-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_059-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_059-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_059-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_059-580x387.jpeg 580w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_059-860x573.jpeg 860w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_059-1160x773.jpeg 1160w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_059-500x333.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_059-800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_059-1280x853.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_059-1920x1280.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s never easy to win the first match of a competition,\u201d said Suntory Sunbirds head coach Olivier Lecat. \u201cI\u2019m happy we won. I tried to give everyone a chance to play because I believe that experience and confidence will be important for the matches ahead.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-140101\" src=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_042-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_042-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_042-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_042-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_042-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_042-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_042-580x387.jpeg 580w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_042-860x573.jpeg 860w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_042-1160x773.jpeg 1160w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_042-500x333.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_042-800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_042-1280x853.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_042-1920x1280.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Queensland Pirates will next face Kazakhstan\u2019s Aqtobe VC on Monday at 15:05 local time, while Suntory Sunbirds will take on the Kazakh club in their final Pool A match on Tuesday at 19:05.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-140096\" src=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_064-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_064-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_064-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_064-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_064-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_064-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_SUN_JPNA_vs_PIR_AUS_064-580x387.jpeg 580w, 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