Brazilian opposite Darlan shines with 25 points as Halkbank maintains its perfect start in the Turkish Men's Volleyball League.
Brazilian opposite Darlan delivered another standout performance on Saturday, leading the Halkbank volleyball team to a dominant victory over Sungurlu in the fifth round of the Turkish Men's Volleyball League 2026/2027.
Playing away from home, the visiting squad secured a comfortable 3 sets to 0 triumph, with partial scores of 25-17, 25-23, and 25-21, showcasing their dominance throughout the entire match.
Darlan finished the encounter as the highest-scoring player on the court, recording 25 total points, according to information published by WEBVOLEI.
Dominant offensive performance by Darlan
The Brazilian star displayed exceptional efficiency on the offensive end, achieving a remarkable 61 percent attack success rate during the crucial league fixture.
He was targeted by his teammates with 28 attacking sets, successfully converting 17 of those opportunities directly into points for the Halkbank squad.
Excellence in aces and blocking
Beyond his scoring prowess in open play, Darlan also dictated the pace from the service line by leading the entire match with five successful aces.
Defensively at the net, the talented opposite proved equally formidable, securing an additional three points via blocks to top that statistical category as well.
Support from teammates and match statistics
Bulgarian outside hitter Denislav Bardarov emerged as the closest offensive contributor for the victors, finishing the contest with 14 points for his side.
Meanwhile, experienced teammates Matey Kaziyski and Sam Deroo alternated on the wing but provided limited offensive output, contributing only two and four points respectively.
Halkbank maintains a flawless campaign
With this latest straight-sets victory, Halkbank secured their fifth consecutive win in as many matches, accumulating a total of 14 points in the national standings.
Other notable undefeated teams currently leading the highly competitive Turkish championship alongside them include Ziraat and Gebze.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many points did Darlan score against Sungurlu?
Darlan scored a match-high 25 points for Halkbank in their straight-sets victory over Sungurlu in the Turkish Men's Volleyball League.
What was the match score between Halkbank and Sungurlu?
Halkbank defeated Sungurlu 3 sets to 0, with set scores of 25-17, 25-23, and 25-21 during the fifth round of the tournament.
Which teams are currently undefeated in the Turkish Volleyball League?
Halkbank, along with Ziraat and Gebze, remains undefeated at the top of the standings in the Turkish Men's Volleyball League.
What were Darlan's standout statistics in the match?
Darlan recorded a 61 percent attack efficiency with 17 kills, led the game with five aces, and added three blocking points for Halkbank.
