On the evening of October 29, the second round of the 2025 Hunan Basketball League (HNBA) concluded at the Shuangfeng County Sports Center in Loudi. Playing back-to-back games, the Hengyang team defeated the Shaoyang team 89–67, securing their second consecutive victory in the tournament.

At the start of the game, Hengyang’s offense was slow to heat up. Veteran player Hu Cheng broke the deadlock with two consecutive three-pointers and an assist, quickly energizing the team. With balanced inside and outside play, Hengyang led 25–15 after the first quarter and extended the advantage to 50–33 by halftime. Maintaining firm control in the second half, the team stayed composed and sealed the win at 89–67.

Zhang Sichang delivered a standout performance with a game-high 30 points, earning the MVP title for the second straight game.

After the match, Head Coach Liu Zhifeng noted that while confidence is running high after two victories, it must continue to refine its play, “We will keep learning from each game, improve our execution, and strive for better results in the upcoming rounds.”

The Hengyang team’s strong showing in the “Xiang BA” League not only demonstrates the city’s growing sports vitality but also showcases its spirit of perseverance and teamwork.

Translator: Jing