MANILA, July 14 -- The Southeast Asian Volleyball Cup (SEA V Cup) opens Wednesday at the Candon City Arena in Ilocos Sur.

Alas Pilipinas is looking to build on its strong showing at the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men's World Championship.

The Philippines opens its Group B campaign against Cambodia at 5:30 p.m. in the tournament, which offers FIVB world ranking points.

Defending first-leg champion Thailand faces Vietnam in the opening match at 2 p.m.

Myanmar makes its tournament debut against Thailand on Thursday, while Alas Pilipinas takes on 2025 SEA V. League second-leg champion Indonesia on Friday.

The top two teams from each group will advance to the semifinals on Saturday, with the championship and bronze-medal matches scheduled for S...