PVL 2025 Season 4 (Match 30): Kochi Blue Spikers outplay Calicut Heroes 3–1 in an electrifying all-Kerala showdown

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], October 24: Kochi Blue Spikers delivered a commanding performance to secure a 15–13, 9–15, 15–8, 15–13 win over Calicut Heroes in the RR Kabel Prime Volleyball League powered by Scapia at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad, on Sunday. Mouhsin Pa was adjudged the Player of the Match for his steady and impactful all-round display.

Kochi came out firing, with blocker Jasjodh Singh striking first to set the tone. Erin Varghese’s thunderous super serve gave the Spikers an early lead, but Ashok Bishnoi’s aggressive smashes ensured Calicut stayed within striking range.

Shameem’s sharp blocks momentarily stalled Kochi’s rhythm, while skipper Mohan Ukkrapandian dictated play with pinpoint sets from the middle. However, Hemanth’s blistering super spike sealed the opening set for Kochi, setting the stage for their eventual triumph.

The second set saw Calicut regroup confidently as Shameem and Santhosh combined effectively to put Kochi under pressure. Setter Moushin orchestrated Kochi’s plays with composure, but Bishnoi’s strong court coverage and timely super point helped Calicut bounce back to level the contest 1–1.

In the third set, Kochi reintroduced blocker Amrinderpal Singh, whose presence at the net stalled Calicut’s attacking rhythm. Jasjodh’s quick reactions and Erin’s precise striking maintained the intensity. Despite Mukesh’s solid defence for Calicut, Amal’s clinical finishing guided Kochi to a 2–1 lead.

Calicut refused to concede, with Abdul Raheem leading a spirited resistance as the Heroes sought to force a decider. But Amal and Erin produced consecutive super points to swing momentum decisively towards Kochi. Hemanth’s calm all-round display capped off the performance, as the Blue Spikers sealed a confident 3–1 triumph in the Kerala derby.