Engro Central Asian Volleyball Championship 2022.

LAHORE -- Pakistan Volleyball Federation (PVF) here made a historic announcement to host a 5-nation volleyball tournament to be held here under the governing banner of Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA).

The event marks the end of a 17-year gap since the last time an international volleyball championship was held in Pakistan. The tourney that begins tomorrow, Thursday will feature Iran, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Pakistan. Iran who are ranked number one in CAVA zonal rankings while host's Pakistan are one step behind, ranked two. All matches of the championship will be played at Sports Hall, Punjab Sports Complex opposite Gaddafi Stadium. Nomenclature of the tournament is 'Engro Central Asian Volleyball Championship powered by Jazz'.

The coveted trophy of the tournament was unveiled here on Wednesday alongside five competing captains and PVF officials. President PVF, Chaudhary Muhammad Yaqoob expressed his immense delight on the success of his federation and its attempts to project Pakistan volleyball again on world map. 'This tournament marks the end of a huge hiatus of international volleyball stars coming to Pakistan and begins a new chapter that will enthrall thousands of fans of this sport in this country to witness exciting matches live in Lahore. I take this opportunity to thank our valuable sponsors who have stood by us through thick and thin by promoting volleyball at all levels. My gratitude to Engro and its partnership with us through Engro Volleyball Development...