Pandu Wiguna Joins Dewa United, Aiming to Lead 'Anak Dewa' Back to IBL Championship

Dewa United Banten Basketball Club has bolstered its roster by signing Pandu Wiguna, a move aimed at fortifying the team for the upcoming competition season. This acquisition is part of a broader strategy by Dewa United to refine its squad and enhance its competitive edge.

Michael Oliver Wellerz, President of Dewa United Banten Basketball Club, stated that the recruitment of new players is intended to address specific team needs, particularly in the power forward and center positions. Wellerz emphasized that the club's aspirations extend beyond merely winning the Indonesian Basketball League (IBL) title; they also aim for significant progress in the Basketball Champions League (BCL) Asia. "Our biggest hope is success together," he remarked.

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Our biggest hope is success together.

General Manager Zaki Iskandar echoed these sentiments, anticipating that the new additions will elevate the team's overall quality and foster a more competitive internal environment. Iskandar believes the new players will bring fresh energy and a renewed dynamic to the team as it strives for renewed success, targeting a championship by 2027. "We want to be champions again, the new players will surely bring a new atmosphere to Dewa United and be victorious again in 2027," Iskandar said.

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We want to be champions again, the new players will surely bring a new atmosphere to Dewa United and be victorious again in 2027.

Pandu Wiguna, formerly of Satria Muda Pertamina Bandung, conveyed his excitement about joining Dewa United, drawn by the club's substantial ambitions. He cited the management's serious dedication to building a championship-contending team as the primary reason for his decision. "They have a vision to win and are serious about competing in the IBL, the highest league in Indonesia," Wiguna stated during a press conference on Friday.

Wiguna also considered his future and family, viewing his move to Dewa United as a positive step for his career and an opportunity for further development. The club's clear vision and commitment to excellence were key factors in his choice.

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They have a vision to win and are serious about competing in the IBL, the highest league in Indonesia.