Pakistan made a strong start to the FIVB U19 Volleyball World Championship, defeating world number 7 Belgium 3-0 in their opening match.

 

This is Pakistan's debut appearance in the global tournament, and they are currently ranked 19th in the FIVB U19 rankings.

 

The young Green Shirts showed no signs of nerves as they dominated the court with impressive coordination and energy. 

 

Earlier this week, the Pakistan U16 team also created history by winning the Asian U16 Volleyball Championship 2025, defeating tournament favourites Iran 3-2 in a nail-biting final in Nakhon Pathom, Thailand.

 

“We are just so grateful to have created history for Pakistan. This win is a result of so many sacrifices,” said head coach Kafaitullah after the win.

 

The U16 team remained unbeaten throughout the eight-day tournament. Starting in Pool D, they swept South Korea, Saudi Arabia, and Chinese Taipei—all with dominant 3-0 victories. They defeated Iran 3-1 in the second round and later beat arch-rivals India in the semifinals before meeting Iran again in the title clash.

 

This back-to-back success by Pakistan's U16 and U19 squads is a testament to the potential and resurgence of volleyball in the country.