PVL 2025 Season 4 (Match 33): Kochi Blue Spikers bow out in style with a spirited 3–1 triumph over Ahmedabad Defenders

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], October 24: Kochi Blue Spikers concluded their RR Kabel Prime Volleyball League 2025 Season 4 campaign on a winning note, securing an emphatic 15–13, 14–16, 17–15, 15–9 victory over Ahmedabad Defenders at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad, on Tuesday. Erin Varghese earned the Player of the Match title for his outstanding all-round performance. The result, however, did not alter Ahmedabad’s standing on the table, as the Defenders had already booked their semi-final spot.

Ahmedabad began the match on the front foot, with Battur Batsuuri launching a flurry of powerful smashes. Kochi’s Jasjodh Singh responded with a scorching super serve that helped the Spikers close the deficit early. His sharp block against Shon T. John ignited Kochi’s momentum, while Amrinderpal Singh’s composed defensive display ensured the Spikers maintained control to claim the first set.

Erin’s aggressive serves continued to trouble the Defenders in the second set as Kochi pressed ahead. Ahmedabad responded smartly by bringing in Nandhagopal and Akhin, whose introduction shifted the rhythm. Akhin’s commanding block through the centre disrupted Kochi’s flow and allowed the Defenders to draw level at one set apiece.

A crucial review swung momentum briefly toward Ahmedabad, but Jasjodh’s defensive resilience and Hemanth’s sharp cross-court spikes restored Kochi’s edge. Nicolas Marechal’s presence in the back court proved vital as he steadied play, helping the Spikers reclaim control in the third set.

In the fourth set, Hemanth’s relentless attacks kept the Defenders on the back foot. Ahmedabad struggled to find rhythm, committing costly unforced errors. Libero Alan Ashique’s agile saves and Amrinderpal’s dominance at the net ensured Kochi stayed ahead. The Spikers sealed a deserved victory when Arshak Sinan’s serve went astray — a fitting conclusion to Kochi’s spirited and determined campaign.