Alas Pilipinas rebounds after a five-set loss to Australia and keeps its semifinal hopes alive with a decisive win over Kyrgyzstan in the 2026 Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Women’s Cup. Playing at Candon City Arena in Candon City, Ilocos Sur, the Philippines team defeats Kyrgyzstan 25-9, 25-11, 25-17, improving its Pool A record to 2-1. The following day, Alas shifts to a crucial match against South Korea. Despite effort and adjustments, the Philippines team is swept by South Korea 16-25, 18-25, 22-25. South Korea posts a dominant form in Pool A, maintaining an undefeated 3-0 record, with Kang Sowhi scoring match-high 19 points. Across the loss, Alas relies on a mix of players, including Alyssa Valdez, Jovelyn Gonzaga, Ces Molina, and Ara Galang, who is noted for her performance in the third set. Even with individual efforts, Alas is unable to overcome South Korea and moves closer to elimination, while South Korea advances with its top form.