Sports Bulletin Report
Manama(Bahrain): The Pakistan National Senior Men’s Volleyball Team continued their strong showing in the AVC Nations Cup 2025 with a commanding victory over the Philippines, defeating them 3-1 in an exciting group stage match held today in Bahrain.
The Green Shirts began the match with high energy and dominance, taking the first two sets comfortably with scores of 25-18 and 25-12, thanks to clinical execution and tight defensive play. However, the Philippines bounced back in the third set, taking advantage of a few errors and winning it 25-18. Undeterred, Pakistan responded strongly in the fourth set, sealing the match with a hard-fought 25-22 win, demonstrating their resilience and teamwork.
Key Performers
Among the standout players were:
- Murad Khan, whose consistent attacking and sharp finishing were crucial in crucial moments.
- Afaq Khan, who controlled the tempo and provided strong blocking at the net.
- Musawer Khan, who impressed with his defensive efforts and effective serves.
These players played a pivotal role in maintaining Pakistan’s momentum throughout the match and helped secure this important win.
What’s Next
Pakistan is placed in Pool C alongside Chinese Taipei and the Philippines. With this victory, Pakistan is in a strong position to advance in the tournament. Their next and final group match will be against Chinese Taipei on:
19 June 2025
4:00 PM (Pakistan Standard Time)
Live Broadcast on A Sports
The match promises to be a high-intensity clash, as both teams will be aiming for a top position in the group to qualify for the knockout stages.
PVF’s Statement
Speaking on the team’s performance::“The team has shown great discipline and strength. Today’s win reflects the hard work of our players, coaches, and support staff. We are hopeful for another strong performance against Chinese Taipei and urge all volleyball fans in Pakistan to support our national heroes.”
The Pakistan Volleyball Federation (PVF) extends its heartfelt congratulations to the players and officials and thanks the nation for their unwavering support.
