Hyderabad: Mumbai Meteors defeated the Goa Guardians 15-8, 15-8, 16-14 to ebook a spot within the remaining of the Prime Volleyball League (PVL) 2025 on the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad, on Friday. Shubham Chaudhary was named the Participant of the Match. Mumbai will play the winner of the second semifinal between Bengaluru Torpedoes and Ahmedabad Defenders.

Goa showcased their attacking intent early on with Nathaniel Dickinson’s spike and Rohit Yadav’s power-packed serve. However Goa’s protection struggled in opposition to constant assaults from Mumbai’s Shubham Chaudhary and Amit Gulia. Dickinson’s spike helped Goa win the tremendous level, however Mumbai’s disciplined formation edged the Meteors forward.

Prince tried to counter-attack for Goa from the center zone, however Karthik stored Mumbai steady. Sensible play from Shubham minimised Mumbai’s errors. Goa made a change in formation, bringing on setter Aravind to show the momentum. A brilliant serve from L.M. Manoj supplied a second to rejoice for the Guardians. However Prince’s overhit shot price Goa a brilliant level, serving to Mumbai take a two-set lead.

Amit’s tremendous serve continued Mumbai’s dominance whereas including extra stress on Goa’s shoulders. Petter Ostvik received the battle in opposition to Prince within the third set, serving to Mumbai dominate the center zone.

Vikram received a brilliant level, giving a glimmer of hope to the Goa followers. However simply when it appeared like Goa would have the ability to combat again, Karthik blocked Chirag Yadav’s spike, serving to his aspect win the sport and attain the ultimate.