The 2023 FIVB Volleyball Men’s Club World Championship, set to unfold in Bengaluru, India from December 6-10, promises to be a landmark event with India hosting it for the first time. Esteemed clubs from Brazil, Italy, Japan, Türkiye, and host nation India will engage in intense competition at the Koramangala Indoor Stadium. The tournament’s opening match features Türkiye’s Halkbank Spor Kulübü and Japan’s Suntory Sunbirds, both first-time participants in this championship.

The contest will see Sir Sicoma Perugia from Italy defending their title, while Brazil’s Sada Cruzeiro seeks to secure a record-equaling fifth gold medal. Notable athletes like Earvin Ngapeth of France and Isac Santos of Brazil will be key players to watch. The tournament is structured with six teams divided into two pools, ensuring multiple exciting matchups.

India’s representation is marked by the Ahmedabad Defenders, who are making their debut in this global event. They will face Itambé Minas of Brazil in a highly anticipated match. The Indian team, buoyed by players like Angamuthu Ramaswamy and Santhosh Sahaya, aims to showcase their skills honed in the RuPay Prime Volleyball League.

The championship will progress through three days of preliminary matches before moving to the semifinals. The event will reach its climax with the final and bronze medal matches determining the top teams. This event not only highlights the growing global reach of volleyball but also signifies India’s rising prominence in hosting international sporting events​​.