Pakistan dominates Australia in volleyball series opener

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan men’s volleyball team defeated Australia in the first match of their three-match series on Tuesday.

The match was held at Liaquat Gymnasium, Pakistan Sports Complex in the country’s capital. The Pakistan team showed its prowess in both offense and defense, as they secured a 3-0 win over their Australian counterparts.

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Pakistan volleyball team set the tone early in the match by winning the first set with a score of 25-22. Despite Australia’s efforts, the host’s consistent serves and spikes helped them in securing the initial lead.

The team maintained its momentum in the second set, once again claiming victory with a scoreline of 25-22. Australia’s attempts to score were blocked by the host’s solid blocking.

As the match progressed to its final set, the won the final set as well with a 25-20 win.

Australia men’s volleyball team tour of Pakistan marks the first-ever visit by the Oceania country to Pakistan for an international series.

The series was organised by the Pakistan Volleyball Federation (PVF) at the behest of the Australian Volleyball Federation (AVF).

The series also serves as preparation opportunity for the upcoming 2024 Asian Men’s Volleyball Challenge Cup. The tournament will be held in Bahrain from June 2 till June 11.

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The second and third matches are scheduled to take place on Wednesday and Thursday respectively.