Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], February 7 (ANI): The Prime Volleyball League, Season 2, continues to warmth up because the Kolkata Thunderbolts, final yr’s champions, face off in opposition to the youthful Hyderabad Black Hawks of their second recreation of the season, on Wednesday, on the Koramangala Indoor Stadium.
The Kolkata Thunderbolts come into this match recent off a victory in opposition to the Bengaluru Torpedoes, whereas the Black Hawks, defeated the Ahmedabad Defenders of their opening match.
With all rivals having performed at the least one match, the league enters a vital part, as all groups now have a level of familiarity with their opposition. With regard to the brand new squad compositions, each groups really feel they’ll appropriately set their recreation plans in movement.
Trent O’Dea, the Australian, who performs as a Blocker for the Hyderabad Black Hawks mentioned, “It’s good to get your first game out of the way. It gets rid of any nerves or jitters you have before the tournament begins and now players have an idea of what to expect.”Trent O’Dea additional defined why there’s a must fortify their defence in every match, and in addition gave a glimpse into the methods that labored out for his facet within the conflict in opposition to Ahmedabad.
“Our defence was right and that made a massive difference. Everyone in this league has a good attack, so defence is key for teams to succeed. Against Ahmedabad, we blocked and dug balls a little better than the opposition this allowed us to keep more balls alive and score crucial points. Especially, in a shortened format of 15 points, this can really have an impact.”O’Dea additionally recommended the youngest captain within the league, SV Guru Prashanth, for stepping as much as the management position, regardless of being solely 22 years of age. “He’s been doing really well, he consistently shows the traits of a good leader, he contributes to strategy and takes it seriously. He is also checking in with his teammates to make sure they are in a good frame of mind and have everything they need. This creates a positive atmosphere.”O’Dea additionally feels this has contributed to his general expertise in India, which has been very heat. “The team has been very supportive and welcoming; I’ve enjoyed my time here and I have enjoyed the Hyderabadi Biryani as well.”Ashwal Rai, Captain of the Kolkata Thunderbolts opened up on his crew’s easy outlook that has helped them prevailed within the first match in opposition to the house facet Bengaluru Torpedoes. “We do not worry too much about what is happening with other teams. We focus on ourselves. We have fourteen of the best players from all over India and some international experience, so we have everything we need to excel.”The crew has been coaching since fifth January at Ashwal’s house turf, the Father Mullers Indoor Stadium in Mangalore. Ashwal Rai added, “We have been training hard for over a month, and our preparation showed in our encounter against the Torpedoes. I am sure the match against the Black Hawks will be a hard-fought one, and we are looking forward to it.”The Prime Volleyball League shall be telecast dwell on Sony community channels in India and shall be streamed on Volleyball World TV outdoors the Indian subcontinent. (ANI)