Iran end Pakistan’s unbeaten streak in Asian Youth Games volleyball final

Green shirts settle for silver after losing three straight sets

Iran claimed the gold medal in the men’s volleyball tournament at the 3rd Asian Youth Games after defeating Pakistan 3-0 in the final, while Pakistan had to settle for silver.

Iran’s strong side overpowered Pakistan in straight sets (3-0) during the final match of the event being held in Bahrain. Despite showing impressive form throughout the tournament and remaining undefeated until the final, the Pakistani team fell short against a dominant Iranian performance.

Iran won the first set 25-21, followed by a hard-fought 25-23 victory in the second set, and sealed the title with another 25-23 win in the third set. Earlier in the semifinals, Pakistan had defeated Indonesia 3-1, while Iran overcame Thailand 3-0 to reach the final.

This silver medal adds to Pakistan’s growing success at the Games, where the country had earlier won a bronze medal in kabaddi. With one silver and one bronze, Pakistan has now climbed from 35th to 29th position in the overall standings.

Meanwhile, China continues to lead the medal table with a total of 106 medals, including 50 gold, 38 silver, and 18 bronze. Uzbekistan currently holds second place, followed by Kazakhstan in third. India, which was earlier ranked sixth, has now dropped to 11th position.

The Asian Youth Games will continue until October 31.