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Daily Tribune
25-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Crowned AVC Nations Cup Champions
TDT | Manama Hosts recover from slow start to beat Pakistan 3–1 in Manama final. Bahrain were crowned champions of the 2025 AVC Men's Volleyball Nations Cup after a 3–1 comeback win over Pakistan in Tuesday night's final at Isa Town Sport City Hall in Manama. The home side dropped the opening set 23–25 but found their rhythm quickly, controlling the rest of the match with scores of 25–15, 25–17, and 25–18 to seal the title in front of a home crowd. Mohamed Anan was top scorer with 27 points - 26 coming from attack, and 1 from an ace serve. Momentum Shift Pakistan entered the final with confidence, having swept Qatar in straight sets in the semi-final. Their strong start saw them edge the first set, but Bahrain's response was immediate and emphatic. The hosts tightened their block, found efficiency in transition, and dictated the tempo across the next three sets. It was Bahrain's second straight knockout win, following their five-set thriller against South Korea in the semi-finals. This time, though, they made no such drama of the finish. Pakistan Impress Pakistan leave the tournament with credit, having impressed throughout the competition. Wins over Chinese Taipei and the Philippines in the group stage laid the foundation for a confident 3–1 quarter-final win over Indonesia. Their 3–0 semi-final result against Qatar suggested a side in form, but they could not sustain their level against a surging Bahrain team buoyed by home support. Final Standings Bahrain Pakistan Qatar North Korea Australia Individual Honours At the conclusion of the final, the AVC awarded the tournament's top individual performers: Tournament Impact The Nations Cup doubled as a key stepping stone toward future major events. With world ranking points and qualification implications for the 2026 Asian Championship, the 2027 FIVB World Championships, and the 2028 Olympic Games, performances in Manama will carry weight well beyond this summer.
Qatar Tribune
24-06-2025
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar claim bronze at AVC Nations Cup in Bahrain
Qatar clinched the bronze medal at the 2025 AVC Men's Volleyball Nations Cup with a dominant straight-sets win (3-0) over South Korea in the third-place play-off, held at Isa Bin Rashid Hall in Manama, Bahrain, on Tuesday. The victory marked a strong finish for Team Qatar in a highly competitive tournament that featured 11 participating nations. Hosts Bahrain emerged as champions, overcoming Pakistan 3-1 in a thrilling final.
Daily Tribune
18-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Beat Thailand to Launch Nations Cup Bid
Hosts make strong start with 3-1 win in Riffa opener, Indonesia Next Winning Start in Riffa Bahrain's men's national volleyball team opened their 2025 AVC Men's Volleyball Nations Cup campaign with a comfortable 3-1 win over Thailand last night at Isa Bin Rashid Arena in Riffa. Backed by a vocal home crowd, the hosts now take early control of Group A. Set scores: 25-21 Bahrain 21-25 Thailand 25-19 Bahrain 25-22 Bahrain Key Performers Step Up Ali Ebrahim led the scoring for Bahrain with composed attacking displays and strong serves, while Anan and Mohammed Yaqoob added vital experience and consistency in key phases. Mahmood Alafyah and Ayman Harwana also made significant contributions, both in defence and transition, helping Bahrain regain momentum after dropping the second set. The result gives Bahrain a major boost heading into their next group fixture against Indonesia, who they face at 7pm tomorrow night. Home Crowd Makes a Difference With fans filling the stands and generating a lively atmosphere, Bahrain's players fed off the energy throughout the match. The support mirrored scenes from last year's Arab Championship and proved crucial during tight moments, particularly in the fourth set. Quarter-Final Path Takes Shape The top two teams from each group will advance to the knockout rounds. Victory over Thailand, a former Nations Cup champion, puts Bahrain in a strong position to qualify—especially with only Indonesia left to face in pool play. The eventual tournament winner will also earn a place in the 2026 Asian Men's Volleyball Championship, the next step on the road to the 2028 Olympics. This year's AVC Nations Cup champion will qualify directly for the 2026 Asian Championship—a vital step toward Olympic qualification.
