{"id":59941,"date":"2025-10-16T15:55:34","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T10:25:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newswiredelhi.com\/index.php\/2025\/10\/16\/chennai-blitz-hold-nerve-to-beat-ahmedabad-in-pvl-classic\/"},"modified":"2025-10-16T15:55:34","modified_gmt":"2025-10-16T10:25:34","slug":"chennai-blitz-hold-nerve-to-beat-ahmedabad-in-pvl-classic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newswiredelhi.com\/index.php\/2025\/10\/16\/chennai-blitz-hold-nerve-to-beat-ahmedabad-in-pvl-classic\/","title":{"rendered":"Chennai Blitz Hold Nerve to Beat Ahmedabad in PVL Classic"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><span dir=\"LTR\"><strong>Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], October 16:<\/strong> Chennai Blitz kept their Prime Volleyball League 2025 hopes alive with a thrilling five-set win over Ahmedabad Defenders \u2014 15-10, 10-15, 15-11, 12-15, 15-13 \u2014 at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium on Wednesday. Captain Jerome Vinith produced a standout all-round display to earn the Player of the Match award and guide Chennai to sixth place with six points from five matches.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span dir=\"LTR\">The Blitz started with intent, led by Jerome\u2019s sharp serves and powerful spikes that unsettled Ahmedabad\u2019s defence. Setter Muthusamy Appavu executed a clever strategy by targeting Nandhagopal, slowing down the Defenders\u2019 counterplay. However, Battur Batsuuri\u2019s smart placement earned Ahmedabad a crucial super point to stay in touch.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span dir=\"LTR\">Akhin played a vital role for Ahmedabad in defence, while Batsuuri\u2019s accurate cross-court smashes swung the momentum in their favour. The Defenders gained further rhythm when Angamuthu stepped in, adding pace and precision to their attack.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span dir=\"LTR\">Chennai responded through Tarun Gowda\u2019s explosive super serve, which lifted the team\u2019s confidence. Making his debut, Azizbek Kuchkorov impressed with key blocks that disrupted Ahmedabad\u2019s momentum. Brazilian attacker Luiz Felipe Perotto also made his presence felt at the net, as the game continued to shift from one side to the other.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span dir=\"LTR\">Nandha kept Ahmedabad competitive with his aggressive serves and consistent scoring, supported by Suraj Chaudhary\u2019s steady defence and Sameer\u2019s clever setups for Chennai. His efforts pushed the match into a tense fifth and deciding set.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span dir=\"LTR\">The final set had the crowd on edge. Azizbek\u2019s towering blocks stopped Ahmedabad\u2019s key hitters, while Akhin\u2019s block on Jerome gave the Defenders a lifeline with a valuable super point. But Jerome held his nerve when it mattered most, delivering decisive spikes and serves to seal the match for Chennai Blitz. The victory kept their campaign alive and showcased their resilience in one of the season\u2019s most intense battles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>If you object to the content of this press release, please notify us at pr.error.rectification@gmail.com. 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