Yazd, Iran, September 15, 2024 – Foolad Sirjan Iranian secured their second Asian Males’s Membership Volleyball Championship title after a commanding victory over hosts Shahdab Yazd Cultural and Athletic Membership, defeating their fellow Iranian membership 3-0 (25-20, 25-18, 25-23) in an electrical remaining on Sunday.
The win on the packed stadium in Yazd cemented Foolad Sirjan’s dominance within the match, having entered the ultimate unbeaten, similar to their opponents.
The much-anticipated showdown between the 2 Iranian golf equipment was a rematch of the Iranian Tremendous League remaining, the place Foolad Sirjan additionally triumphed over Shahdab Yazd. The identical outcome repeated on the continental stage, leaving Shahdab Yazd to complete because the runners-up. Regardless of the heartbreak of shedding at house, Shahdab Yazd additionally secured a coveted spot on the upcoming FIVB Males’s Membership World Championship in India, alongside Foolad Sirjan Iranian.
The ultimate match lived as much as expectations, with each groups boasting 5 victories main as much as the conflict. Foolad Sirjan’s mixture of bodily energy and tactical precision in the end proved an excessive amount of for Shahdab Yazd, because the defending Tremendous League champions saved their composure all through the sport, a lot to the dismay of the native followers, who had hoped their house crew may declare the title.
Nonetheless, the native assist was unwavering as Shahdab Yazd displayed moments of brilliance, significantly within the third set, however they have been unable to beat the well-rounded efficiency of Foolad Sirjan Iranian.
This victory marked Foolad Sirjan Iranian’s second triumph on the Asian Males’s Membership Volleyball Championship, their first being in 2021 in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, the place they defeated Al-Arabi Sports activities Membership of Qatar 3-1 within the remaining.
Bronze Medal Match: Jakarta Bhayangkara Presisi Outclass Pavlodar Volleyball Membership
Earlier within the day, Jakarta Bhayangkara Presisi of Indonesia, silver medallists on the earlier version in Manama, Bahrain final yr, delivered a formidable efficiency to say the bronze medal, beating Pavlodar Volleyball Membership of Kazakhstan 3-0 (25-15, 25-14, 25-19).
The Indonesian membership, spearheaded by French Olympians Earvin Ngapeth and Jean Patry, displayed their class and resilience on the courtroom, dominating the match from begin to end. The crew’s willpower to safe a podium end was evident as they constantly outplayed their Kazakh opponents, who struggled to match the tempo and talent of the Indonesian aspect.
Jakarta Bhayangkara Presisi’s journey to 3rd place included two key wins over Pavlodar, in addition to victories towards Kuwait Sporting Membership and Al-Rayyan Sports activities Membership, with their solely losses coming towards the 2 Iranian powerhouses. Their third-place end was a robust achievement, significantly given the excessive caliber of groups within the match.
Head coach Reidel Alfonso Gonzales expressed his pleasure within the crew’s efficiency, saying, “We got here right here to win the championship, however securing third place continues to be an incredible accomplishment. Competing towards the Iranian groups was difficult, and we’re happy with how we performed.”
Star participant Earvin Ngapeth, who had joined Jakarta Bhayangkara Presisi simply ten days earlier than the competitors, additionally shared his satisfaction with the match and his expertise in Iran.
“The extent of the competitors was very excessive, and whereas we didn’t make it to the ultimate, I’m completely happy we completed third. It’s all the time a pleasure to play in Iran. The environment right here is unimaginable, and the followers are wonderful,” Ngapeth mentioned, reflecting on his earlier expertise taking part in in Iran in 2022, the place he helped Paykan win the Asian Males’s Membership Championship in Tehran.
On the opposite aspect, Pavlodar Volleyball Membership of Kazakhstan fought valiantly all through the match, securing two victories towards Kuwait Sporting Membership and Kam Air, however they have been in the end outmatched by the extra skilled groups.
Head coach Sergei Gribov acknowledged the challenges his crew confronted of their remaining matches towards the Iranian and Indonesian golf equipment, saying, “We performed at a excessive stage, however we confronted very sturdy groups within the final two video games. Regardless of the losses, I’m happy with the trouble our gamers put in.”
Kazakhstan’s setter Roman Egorov additionally expressed disappointment on the bronze medal match, saying, “We struggled with our ball reception early within the units, and that value us the sport. However congratulations to our opponents. They performed very nicely.”
A Match of Excellence
The 2024 Asian Males’s Membership Volleyball Championship was a showcase of elite-level volleyball, that includes high golf equipment from throughout the continent. With eight collaborating groups, the match delivered high-quality matches and supplied followers with unforgettable moments.
Each Foolad Sirjan Iranian and Shahdab Yazd emerged because the dominant forces, reflecting the energy of Iranian volleyball on the worldwide stage.
Foolad Sirjan’s triumph was constructed on their balanced roster, that includes key contributions from Ali Hajipour, who was named the match’s Most Priceless Participant (MVP), and Ali Ramezani, the Finest Setter. Shahdab Yazd additionally had standout performers, with Masoud Gholami incomes a spot as one of many Finest Center Blockers. The match’s Dream Group acknowledged the best particular person skills throughout all collaborating groups, highlighting the depth of talent on show.
FINAL RANKING
1. Foolad Sirjan Iranian (IRI)
2. Shahdab Yazd Cultural and Athletic Membership (IRI)
3. Jakarta Bhayangkara Presisi (INA)
4. Pavlodar Volleyball Membership (KAZ)
5. Al-Rayyan Sports activities Membership (QAT)
6. Gasoline Al Janoob (IRQ)
7. Kam Air (AFG)
8. Kuwait Sporting Membership (KUW)
DREAM TEAM
Finest Center Blockers: Masoud Gholami (Shahdab Yazd) and Armin Ghelichniazi (Foolad Sirjan Iranian)
Finest Outdoors Hitters: Amir Hossein Esfandiar (Foolad Sirjan Iranian) and Mikhail Ustinov (Pavlodar Volleyball Membership)
Finest Reverse: Jean Patry (Jakarta Bhayangkara Presisi)
Finest Setter: Ali Ramezani (Foolad Sirjan Iranian)
Finest Libero: Mahdi Marandi (Foolad Sirjan Iranian)
MVP: Ali Hajipour (Foolad Sirjan Iranian)
Foolad Sirjan Iranian’s victory, together with Shahdab Yazd’s sturdy displaying, reinforces Iran’s standing as a powerhouse in Asian volleyball. Each groups will now flip their focus to the FIVB Males’s Membership World Championship, the place they are going to intention to signify Asia and proceed their success on the worldwide stage.
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