Volleyball News – The Indonesian Women’s National Volleyball Team not only celebrated a brilliant victory over Kazakhstan in the 2026 AVC Women’s Volleyball Continental Championship, but also recorded a prestigious jump in the world rankings. With a landslide 3-0 victory at the Tianjin Olympic Center Gymnasium, China, on Saturday (22/8/2026) WIB, the Garuda Pertiwi squad managed to rocket to 49th in the world.
Led by Chelsa Berliana Nurtomo, the Indonesian National Team controlled the match by winning in straight sets 25-22, 25-22, 25-23. This victory provided an injection of +12.55 points, bringing Indonesia’s total points to 77.96 and leaving its previous position at number 56.
On the field, coach Marcos Sugiyama implemented an effective strategy by featuring a line-up of main players including Maradanti Namira, Arsela Nuari Purnama and Ersandrina Devega Salsabila. The Indonesian retainer showed dominance and a solid performance, especially from the middle of the first set, proving that he was not only good at attacking, but also adept at defending.
Kazakhstan put pressure on at the start of the second set, leading by four points. However, the persistence of the Indonesian players succeeded in changing the situation. Garuda Putri took control and equalized 15-15, before finally securing victory in the second set with a score of 25-22 thanks to Arsela Nuari’s powerful smash.
Having a two-set advantage made Indonesia appear even more confident. Even though Kazakhstan tried hard to catch up, solid play and varied attacks from Maradanti Namira cs ensured victory in the third set with a narrow score of 25-23.
This victory not only boosted the team’s morale, but also paved the way for the Indonesian Women’s National Volleyball Team to continue competing on the world stage. With passion and hard work, the Indonesian volleyball heroes have proven that they are worthy of standing among the world’s elite teams.
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