Karachi: The Pakistani Volleyball team qualified on the cross scene of the Nations League of the Association de Volleyball in Central Asia (CAVA) after finishing at the top of their group, despite a 3-1 defeat against Kazakhstan in their last group match on Saturday.
Pakistan narrowly dropped the first two sets 31-29 and 27-25 before bouncing to take the third set 25-19. Kazakhstan, however, closed the match with a 25-20 victory in the fourth set.
Despite the defeat, Pakistan dominated its group and qualified for the next stage of the tournament, which takes place until June 4. The team will now face India on June 2, followed by a match against Iran on June 3.
The Pakistan Volleyball Federation praised the team’s performance, highlighting their coordination and their resilience throughout the group phase.
“We congratulate the team for dominating the swimming pool and reaching the next step,” the federation said in a statement. “We urge the nation to continue supporting them in future decisive matches.”
Cava Nations League, which is held in Fergana, presents the best volleyball teams in Central Asia and South Asia. The advancement of Pakistan keeps them in the running for the title while they are preparing for direct elimination towers.
