Grand Final Proliga 2026: Jakarta Pertamina Enduro Wins First Leg Amid Intense Rivalry and Comebacks

Jakarta Pertamina Enduro secured a vital 3-1 victory over Gresik Phonska Plus Pupuk Indonesia in the opening leg of the Proliga 2026 Grand Final, taking an early lead in the best-of-three series. The match, played at GOR Amongrogo in Yogyakarta on Friday, April 24, 2026, saw the defending champions overcome a slow start to claim a 19-25, 25-19, 25-19, 25-21 win.

After losing the first set 19-25, Jakarta Pertamina Enduro regrouped and won the next three sets to turn the match around. Outside hitter Megawati Hangestri played a key role in the comeback, contributing significantly to the team’s resurgence after the initial setback.

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Bullent Karsioglu, Jakarta Pertamina Enduro head coach

Head coach Bullent Karsioglu praised his team’s ability to adapt despite the hot conditions at the venue, emphasizing that they managed to create favorable circumstances for victory. He expressed confidence ahead of the second leg, stating that the team aims to deliver another strong performance to secure the championship.

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Tisya Amallya, Jakarta Pertamina Enduro captain

Captain Tisya Amallya highlighted composure as the key to the team’s turnaround, acknowledging early nerves but crediting improved patience for the eventual win. Her leadership helped stabilize the squad after the opening set loss.

On the opposing side, Gresik Phonska Plus head coach Alessandro Lodi admitted his team fell short of their usual standard, crediting Jakarta Pertamina Enduro’s superior performance. He remained hopeful for a better showing in the next match, urging his squad to elevate their level of play.

The victory gives Jakarta Pertamina Enduro a 1-0 advantage in the series, with only one more win needed to reclaim the Proliga title. The second leg is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, 2026, at the same venue, GOR Amongrogo in Yogyakarta, where both teams will look to gain the upper hand in what is expected to be a tightly contested match.