{"id":57147,"date":"2025-10-23T18:06:46","date_gmt":"2025-10-23T12:36:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/risingentrepreneurs.in\/index.php\/2025\/10\/23\/pvl-2025-season-4-match-35-goa-guardians-reach-semi-finals-as-delhi-toofans-edge-past-kolkata-thunderbolts-in-five-set-thriller\/"},"modified":"2025-10-23T18:06:46","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T12:36:46","slug":"pvl-2025-season-4-match-35-goa-guardians-reach-semi-finals-as-delhi-toofans-edge-past-kolkata-thunderbolts-in-five-set-thriller","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/risingentrepreneurs.in\/index.php\/2025\/10\/23\/pvl-2025-season-4-match-35-goa-guardians-reach-semi-finals-as-delhi-toofans-edge-past-kolkata-thunderbolts-in-five-set-thriller\/","title":{"rendered":"PVL 2025 Season 4 (Match 35): Goa Guardians reach semi-finals as Delhi Toofans edge past Kolkata Thunderbolts in five-set thriller"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], October 23:<\/strong> <\/span>Goa Guardians have secured a place in the semi-finals after the Delhi Toofans defeated the Kolkata Thunderbolts 18-16, 11-15, 12-15, 15-11, 15-12 in the RR Kabel Prime Volleyball League powered by Scapia at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad, on Wednesday. Saqlain Tariq was named Player of the Match.<\/p>\n

Goa will now face Mumbai Meteors in the first semi-final on Friday, October 24th, 2025.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is part of the journey. We are extremely happy that the team has made it this far and played it right to the wire! We will come back stronger next season to fight for the trophy again. Until then, our heartfelt gratitude to all the fans for their love and support, the players and support staff for their dedication, and the PVL management for putting together a fantastic show!\u201d signed off the inaugural season champions\u2019 Chairman and Principal Owner, CA Pawan Kumar Patodia.<\/p>\n

The match began with both teams attacking from the middle. Delhi\u2019s Jesus Chourio made the first significant impact. Ashwal Rai kept up the pressure for the Thunderbolts with strong spikes. A smart review call from coach Manoj Nair helped the Toofans clinch the first set.<\/p>\n

\"Guardians\"<\/p>\n

Pankaj Sharma\u2019s missile-like service put Delhi\u2019s defence under pressure. Ashwal continued to challenge Delhi\u2019s libero Aljo Sabu. Matin Takavar executed a superb block on Chourio, and the Thunderbolts took the second set.<\/p>\n

Aayush delivered two key blocks as Delhi regained composure. A risky super point attempt by the Thunderbolts backfired with Carlos\u2019 spike. However, Aayush\u2019s overhit shot cost the Toofans a super point, allowing the Thunderbolts to seize the lead and win the third set.<\/p>\n

\"Guardians\"<\/p>\n

Losing two sets meant Delhi were no longer in contention for a semi-final spot. Yet, the outcome did little to deter Delhi skipper Saqlain Tariq from pursuing a victory. Abhishek Rajeev and Muhammed Jasim spearheaded the comeback. With a smart block from Jasim, Delhi forced the match into a decisive fifth set.<\/p>\n

With Kolkata\u2019s Matin off the court, Delhi ran plays from the middle, utilising both Jasim and Aayush. Matin\u2019s return pressured the Toofans, but remarkable defending from libero Aljo helped Delhi secure a crucial super point. The Toofans ultimately scripted a memorable victory, eliminating Kolkata.<\/p>\n

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