Pakistan crush India 3-0 to storm into Asian Games volleyball semi-finals

Pakistan triumphed over India 3-0 in the men’s volleyball quarter-final at the Asian Games, advancing to the semi-finals. The match, held at the Okazaki Chuo Sogo Park Gymnasium, saw Pakistan secure victories in each set with scores of 25-19, 25-23, and 25-18. Pakistan's standout player, Murad Khan, amassed a match-high 22 points, while Usman Faryad Ali, Mohammad Hamad, Musawer Khan, and captain Murad Jehan contributed significantly with 9, 8, 7, and 4 points respectively.

Despite India entering the knockout stage unbeaten, their performance was subdued compared to Pakistan's dominant play. The first set was a landslide, with Pakistan outperforming India in every aspect, including a 41% spike success rate versus India's 59%. India managed to narrow the margin in the second set, but Pakistan took control, eventually clinching the set 25-23.

The third set saw Pakistan dominate, leaving India with no chance, as they secured the match 25-18. The victory saw Pakistan advance, keeping their hopes of winning a medal alive at the Asian Games.