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. Although there was no trophy for this tournament, the ended up in top spot in Pool A and the topped in pool B.

Regular season

Format

The eight teams have been split into two groups and will play cross-pool matches. Each team played four matches. Two at home and two away. The tournament spanned from Friday, 26 February until Sunday, 28 March.

Regular season

Format

Standings

Pool A

Pool B

Matches

Round 1

Round 2

Round 3

Round 4

Player statistics

See also

References