Explore the latest updates, points table and schedule regarding the men’s volleyball tournament at the 2023 Asian Games, which saw India qualify for the quarter-final stage following their resounding 3-0 victory against Chinese Taipei
Having previously emerged as the top team in their group by defeating Cambodia and the 2018 Asian Games silver medalists, South Korea, India showcased their outstanding performance against the 43rd ranked Chinese Taipei team. Ultimately, India emerged victorious by score of 25-22, 25-22, 25-21 and sealed their berth in the quarterfinal. It is confirmed that India will face-off against fifth-ranked Japan with a spot in the 2023 Asian Games men’s volleyball semi-final at stake.
Asian Games men’s volleyball 2023 results today, points table, India vs Japan Quarter-Final schedule, date, time, live streaming telecast where to watch
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2023 Asian Games men’s volleyball Super 12 results, quarterfinal schedule, date, venue, & qualified teams
On Friday, the Indian men’s volleyball team secured a decisive victory against the higher-ranked Chinese Taipei to win 3-0 by scores of 25-22, 25-22, 25-21. This win propelled India into the quarterfinal phase of the Hangzhou Asian Games 2023. During the initial set, Chinese Taipei managed to maintain the lead for a significant portion, but India staged an impressive comeback from a score of 15-20 to eventually win the set 25-22. The Indian team secured ten out of the twelve points available in this phase, effectively shifting the momentum away from the East Asian nation.
This momentum carried over into the second set, as India commenced strongly with a three-point advantage, leading 7-4. However, Chinese Taipei refused to allow the match to slip from their grasp and mounted a formidable comeback, equalizing the score at 17-17. Just as in the previous set, India ultimately clinched the set with a similar score-line of 25-22.
Chinese Taipei, possessing considerable experience, were anticipated to mount a formidable resurgence. However, they found themselves trailing by six points early in the third set. Similar to the second set, the East Asian team managed to stage a comeback and even the score once more. Nevertheless, India swiftly seized control of the set, securing four match points. While Chinese Taipei successfully defended one match point, India ultimately emerged victorious in a comfortable fashion.
Asian Games men’s volleyball 2023: results & schedule
Super 12 Results:
- 22 September 2023
Iran 3–0 Thailand (25–21, 25–18, 25–16) - 22 September 2023
Bahrain 1–3 Qatar (23–25, 25–18, 19–25, 17–25) - 22 September 2023
Kazakhstan 0–3 Japan (22–25, 21–25, 15–25) - 22 September 2023
India 3–0 Chinese Taipei (25–22, 25–22, 25–21) - 22 September 2023
China 3–1 Indonesia (25–17, 25–17, 23–25, 25–22) - 22 September 2023
South Korea 0–3 Pakistan (19–25, 22–25, 21–25)
Quarter-Final Schedule:
- 24 September 2023 (14:30 CST)
Japan v India - 24 September 2023 (19:00 CST)
Pakistan v Qatar
When & Where to watch: live stream & telecast
If you’re keen on tuning in to the 2023 Asian Games volleyball matches, you can follow the excitement by accessing live streams on Sony Liv. Additionally, viewers residing in India can also savor the live coverage of these games through the Sony Sports Network TV channels. As per official schedule, the quarterfinal game featuring India vs. Japan will be played on 24th September.