China smashes Kazakhstan in Hangzhou Asiad men's volleyball tournament

HANGZHOU, Sept. 21 (Xinhua) -- China notched its second victory by beating Kazakhstan 3-0 (25-20, 25-23, 25-20) in the men's volleyball preliminary round of the 19th Asian Games on Thursday.

The first set was closely contested until both teams were tied 15-15. Then came the turning point as Li Yongzhen's powerful serves propelled the home team into a four-point lead.

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