Prime Volleyball League 2025: Hosts Hyderabad Black Hawks stun title holders Calicut Heroes in tournament opener

Actor and Hyderabad Black Hawks co-owner Vijay Deverakonda was also present to watch the match.

Hyderabad Black Hawks defeated the Calicut Heroes 15-12, 18-16, 18-16 in the enthralling opener of the fourth season of Prime Volleyball League at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium on Thursday.

Paulo Lamounier was named the Player of the Match. Indian film industry superstar Vijay Deverakonda, who is the co-owner of the home side, also came to support his side.

Sahil Kumar began the counter-attack to bring the hosts back in the game. Calicut’s inconsistencies with first touch affected their momentum, and the Hawks took the lead.

Shameem’s presence on court improved Calicut’s rhythm but Paulo’s discipline on court kept Hyderabad on course. Ashok won a crucial super point for Calicut to keep the game alive. Vitor Yudi Yamamoto’s cross attacks kept troubling defending champions and gave the hosts control in the game. 

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Bishnoi’s consecutive super serves quickly turned the momentum again and the Red Army came alive at the stands. With Niyas and 2023 season MVP Guru Prashanth joining Hyderabad’s attacks, the hosts made the most of Calicut’s defensive troubles.

Calicut held on to their super serve and earned two crucial points. In reply, Hyderabad Black Hawks called a super serve of their own, and Niyas once again found gaps on Calicut’s court to help the home side get the win.  

The Prime Volleyball League 2025 will be live telecast on Sony Sports Network and live streamed on Prime Volleyball’s Youtube page between October 2nd and October 26th.

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