Pakistan volleyball team with the trophy after winning match against Australia.—PO Photo
ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan volleyball team unexpectedly brought unexpected joy and moments of jubilation for their nation by beating the rival Australians (3-0) in the third and final volleyball match, thus completing the series clean sweep.
A large number of volleyball fans, notable town personalities, diplomats, and former greats attended the final match at the Sports Complex.
Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme, Rana Mashood, was the chief guest of the final match of the three-match series. He, along with Pakistan Volleyball Federation (PVF) Chairman ChaudhryYaqoob, President of PVF SohailKhawar Mir and Chairman & CEO of Pakistan Observer Mr Faisal Zahid Malik, witnessed the match and appreciated the performances of both teams, particularly that of the Pakistan squad for outclassing the Australian team.
Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme, Rana Mashood; Chairman of the Pakistan Volleyball Federation (PVF), Chaudhry Yaqoob; President of PVF, Sohail Khawar Mir, along with the Chairman and CEO of Pakistan Observer, Mr Faisal Zahid Malik, are presenting a trophy to the winning team.—PO Photo by Sh Arif
MuradJehan led the national side, dominating the game with 26-24, 25-22 and 25-20. “A clean sweep in the series against such a tough rival team will boost the boys’ morale, and I hope we will continue with the same spirit and teamwork,” team captain Murad said after the match.
“This victory means a lot to us as it gives us a big boost of confidence for the AVC Challenge Cup.” Later, prizes were distributed, and awards and trophies were given to the winning players. It is good that the Pakistani players have been trained for the Asian Volleyball Confederation Challenge Cup, said ChaudhryYaqoob. Pakistan team left for Bahrain Friday night from Sialkot Airport.
