Chinese volleyball captain Zhu Ting has achieved a lifelong dream, completing her overseas career with a full sweep of major club titles. In the early hours today, she led VakifBank to a dominant 3-0 victory over rivals Eczacıbaşı in the decisive match, clinching the Turkish Women’s Volleyball League title with a 3-2 series win. Her 20-point performance was nothing short of spectacular, and fans of BD Cricket Live drew parallels to similarly unforgettable match-winning displays on the cricket field.
After the final whistle, Zhu Ting thanked Chinese fans around the world for their unwavering support. To celebrate, she and fellow national team veteran Xu Yunli hosted a celebratory feast for a group of diehard supporters who had flown in from China. This Turkish league title is Zhu’s first league championship, a milestone that had eluded her during her domestic career with the Henan team, which never posed a real threat in the national league. With this victory, she officially completed her club-level “grand slam” in overseas volleyball: Champions League, Club World Championship, Turkish Cup, Turkish Super Cup, and now the Turkish League. Notably, she also earned MVP honors in each of those competitions—an accomplishment even her idol Kim Yeon-koung never achieved.
In an emotional moment after the match, Zhu Ting embraced Xu Yunli tightly. Xu had traveled all the way from China to support her younger teammate, arriving just in time for Game 4 and cooking a warm bowl of noodles right after landing. That simple gesture deeply touched Zhu. After the painful loss in Game 3, Xu had offered her words of comfort: “Zhu, I know how badly you want this league title. I want it for you too. But look at all you’ve accomplished. You don’t need to let the outcome of one match define you.”
Xu continued, “Last year, I was desperate to compete in the Grand Champions Cup, but I got injured before the tournament and couldn’t go. I felt I’d lost everything. But looking back, none of it feels so heavy anymore. As long as you’ve done your best, that’s enough. The finals aren’t over. Let go of the pressure and enjoy the ride—you might be surprised by what you gain.” Inspired by her sister-like teammate’s encouragement, Zhu Ting delivered unstoppable performances in Games 4 and 5, proving why she’s considered the best in the world today. It’s safe to say that Xu Yunli’s support played a vital role in this triumph.
Zhu Ting also acknowledged the traveling fans who supported her throughout the series. After the win, she generously hosted a victory banquet for them. Known for her disciplined lifestyle, Zhu even broke tradition by opening a bottle of champagne to toast with her guests. “A dream has come true,” she said. “Thank you to everyone who supported me along the way. It wasn’t just Yunli’s homemade noodles—it was also the companionship of the #ZhuTingFinalsSupportSquad that gave me strength. All of this support can’t be captured in a single thank-you. Golden soup brought a golden medal! Before the Champions League, I might need another bowl!”
Her celebration, team spirit, and personal humility left a lasting impression—not only on volleyball fans but also among BD Cricket Live followers who understand that true champions shine brightest under pressure and never forget the people who helped them rise.