Volleyball

Shubham Chaudhary, a late bloomer in the world of volleyball, is enjoying his moment in the spotlight with the Mumbai Meteors in the ongoing Prime Volleyball League (PVL) season. Interestingly, his love for sport started with cricket. He sports the jersey number 18, typically associated with cricket superstar Virat Kohli. However, Chaudhary states it's a mere coincidence. His true love lies in volleyball, a sport he embraced much later in life. From Low Points to High Soaring Last season with the Kochi Blue Spikers, Chaudhary only managed 46 points. This year, however, with the Mumbai Meteors, he's become a force to be reckoned with, amassing a whopping 134 points. He attributes this turnaround to a change in teams and a renewed focus on fitness. The pre-season camp's emphasis o...

Ibin Jose, the Bengaluru Torpedoes' "super sub," is a key player driving the team's journey in the Prime Volleyball League (PVL) 2024. This article delves into Ibin's rise, his determination to propel the Torpedoes to victory, and the team's strategy for the eliminators. Deja Vu for Ibin Jose and the Torpedoes The Torpedoes are in a familiar situation. Just like last season, their qualification for the eliminators hinges on another team's result. However, Ibin Jose, a standout performer in the previous edition, is confident in the team's ability to overcome past disappointments. Last Year's Heroics and Lessons Learned Ibin's memory of their thrilling comeback victory against Calicut Heroes in 2023 is fresh. He emphasizes the importance of learning from last year's runner-u...

The Calicut Heroes clawed their way back to the top of the Prime Volleyball League (PVL) Super 5 table after a heart-stopping five-set victory (18-16, 16-14, 8-16, 11-15, 15-10) over the Bengaluru Torpedoes on Thursday. This pulsating encounter showcased exceptional athleticism, tactical battles, and a never-say-die spirit from both teams. Calicut Takes Early Lead with Cunning Setting and Defensive Brilliance The opening set was a tightly contested affair, lasting for a gruelling 34 rallies. The Calicut Heroes, led by the astute setting of Ukkra Pandian, managed to narrowly edge out the Torpedoes. Pandian's swift decision-making kept the Bengaluru defense guessing, allowing the Calicut attackers to find gaps. The second set followed a similar pattern, with the Heroes' skipper Je...

The Bengaluru Torpedoes pulled off a stunning comeback victory against the defending champions Ahmedabad Defenders in a thrilling encounter of the Prime Volleyball League 2024 Super 5. Despite trailing by two sets, the Torpedoes displayed remarkable resilience to emerge victorious 14-16, 7-15, 16-14, 15-9, 15-13. Bengaluru Torpedoes Fight Back from the Brink Coming off a defeat to the Delhi Toofans, a win was crucial for Bengaluru's Super 5 hopes. The task seemed daunting as Ahmedabad dominated the first two sets, with their star attacker Nandhagopal and setter Muthusamy Appavu dictating the pace. Blockers Ilya Burau and Shikhar Singh effectively contained Bengaluru's main weapon, T.R. Sethu. Blockbuster Performance by Sethu and Vishnu However, the Bengaluru Torpedoes refu...