The Prime Volleyball League has acquired world physique FIVB’s recognition as India’s first division league for the game and can return for its fifth season from November 30, the organisers introduced on Wednesday (July 8, 2026).
The season 5 gamers’ public sale might be held in Goa on August 17 the place franchises will assemble their squads for the upcoming season from a pool of India’s high volleyball expertise.
“In a major endorsement of its sustained development and influence over the previous 4 years, the Fédération Internationale de Volleyball (FIVB) has formally recognised PVL as India’s first division skilled volleyball league,” said a press launch from the league homeowners.
As well as, the golf equipment taking part in Prime Volleyball League might be eligible to compete in worldwide tournaments beneath the Central Asian Volleyball Affiliation (CAVA), Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC), and FIVB membership competitions, topic to relevant rules and qualification standards.
“This pathway creates new alternatives for Indian golf equipment to check themselves in opposition to high groups throughout Asia and globally.” “Season 5 marks a defining second for the Prime Volleyball League. The FIVB recognition is a robust validation of the work that has gone in over the past 4 years to construct a reputable, aggressive, and globally related league,” mentioned Tuhin Mishra, MD and co-founder, Baseline Ventures and Director, Prime Volleyball League.
“From the outset, the goal has been to construct a league that delivers each sporting excellence and long-term influence. It’s encouraging to see Indian volleyball transferring in the precise route, mirrored within the nationwide group’s rise from World No. 60 to World No. 42 within the FIVB rankings,” added Pleasure Bhattacharjya, the league’s CEO.
The FIVB has requested Volleyball Federation of India’s interim head Virender Kanwar to work in “shut coordination” with PVL for alignment of home calendar, participant availability and integration of coaching camps amongst different issues.
“This alignment might be important to make sure a structured pathway for athlete growth and strengthen India’s efficiency on the worldwide degree,” the FIVB said.
Printed – July 09, 2026 03:52 am IST
