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Indonesia Defeats Qatar 3-2 in AVC Men's Volleyball Cup 2026, Fauzan Nibras Stars with 32 Points
Indonesia's men's volleyball team defeated Qatar 3-2 in the AVC Men's Volleyball Cup 2026, with young standout Fauzan Nibras scoring 32 points. The victory keeps Indonesia's semi-final hopes alive despite remaining in fifth place in Pool B.




Quick Facts
Who
Indonesia men's volleyball national team
What
Indonesia defeated Qatar in volleyball
When
Monday, June 22, 2026
Where
Ahmedabad, India
- Indonesia defeated Qatar in volleyball
- Won 3-2 in five sets
- Fauzan Nibras scored 32 points
- Indonesia earned two points in standings
- Indonesia men's volleyball national team
Indonesia's men's volleyball team secured an impressive 3-2 victory over Qatar in Pool B of the AVC Men's Volleyball Cup 2026 on Monday, June 22, in Ahmedabad, India. The match was decided in a thrilling five-set contest with scores of 14-25, 25-20, 32-30, 25-27, and 15-13. This victory represents a significant achievement for the Indonesian team, as they defeated Qatar, which ranks 22nd in the world—a much higher position than Indonesia.
Fauzan Nibras delivered a standout performance as the match's leading scorer with 32 points. The 16-year-old player, standing 189 centimetres tall, contributed 28 points through attacks, three blocks, and one serve ace. His aggressive attacking and consistent performance throughout the match proved instrumental in Indonesia's triumph. Coaching staff, including assistant coach Nur Widayanto and team manager Loudry Maspaitella, praised Nibras's mental resilience and technical execution, noting his powerful spike and precise shot placement regardless of the quality of the set ball.
The victory earned Indonesia two additional points, bringing their total to two points from two matches. This result keeps Indonesia in fifth place in Pool B's standings, level on points with Oman. Thailand leads the pool with five points, while Qatar—despite the loss—remains in second place with five points from three matches. South Korea sits third with four points from two matches. Although the win did not change Indonesia's position in the standings, the team maintains optimism about progressing to the semi-final stage of the tournament.
The triumph demonstrates Indonesia's competitive capability against higher-ranked opponents and highlights the emergence of young talent on the Asian volleyball stage. Coach Reidel Alfonso Toiran's squad showed determination and tactical improvement, refusing to surrender despite facing a more experienced and higher-ranked opponent.
Why This Matters
Indonesia's upset victory over a world-ranked-22 opponent demonstrates growing competitiveness in Asian volleyball and showcases emerging young talent. The performance by Fauzan Nibras—a 16-year-old scoring 32 points—signals Indonesia's potential for sustained improvement. With semi-final qualification still possible, this win provides crucial momentum and validates Coach Reidel Alfonso Toiran's squad's tactical development against elite regional competitors.
Timeline & Sources
Jun 22, 2026
WireIndonesia defeats Qatar 3-2 in Pool B of AVC Men's Volleyball Cup 2026 in Ahmedabad, India
Jun 22, 2026
WireFauzan Nibras scores 32 points in Indonesia's victory
Jun 22, 2026
WireIndonesia earns two points, moving to 2 points total from two matches
Jun 23, 2026
WireUpdated Pool B standings released with Indonesia in 5th place