Manama, Bahrain, August 2, 2024 – India and Saudi Arabia pulled off convincing wins in consolation Pool H in the 15th Asian Men’s U18 Volleyball Championship at the Isa Sport City Hall C on Friday.
India outplayed Kazakhstan 3-0 (25-16, 25-19, 25-19) to end their group campaign with nine points, while Saudi Arabia beat Kuwait 3-0 (25-14, 25-19, 29-27) in a battle between Gulf sides – both of whom were looking for their first victory of the competition.
In India’s win, Harnoor Singh finished with 20 points to lead them past the Kazakhs.
The Saudi Arabians, on the other hand, were spearheaded by Azzam Alsubaie’s 20 markers as they claimed their first set wins of the tournament in Bahrain.
India will next play in the 9th-12th classification group, while Saudi Arabia, despite their win on Friday, will be in the 13th-16th bracket.
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