Emperia Marathas win again in VCL; Haryana Hurricanes beat Delhi Dynamites 2-1
Synopsis
Double delight at Noida Indoor Stadium on 9 October: Emperia Marathas kept their winning run alive with a 2-1 win over Rajasthan Spikers, while Haryana Hurricanes edged Delhi Dynamites by the same scoreline. Both matches went to a hard-fought third set, underlining the competitive intensity building in the Volleyball Champions League.
Key Takeaways
Emperia Marathas defeated Rajasthan Spikers 2-1 (sets: 21-18, 21-19, 18-21 ) at the Noida Indoor Stadium on 9 October .
Rajasthan Spikers' Aniket was named Player of the Match ; Ashique V Alan was the Impact Player .
Haryana Hurricanes beat Delhi Dynamites 2-1 (sets: 21-20, 21-19, 14-21 ) in the second fixture of the day.
Chirag Yadav (Haryana Hurricanes) took Player of the Match honours; Tariq Saqlain was the Impact Player .
Both matches featured a third-set fightback from the losing side, reflecting the competitive depth in the VCL .
The Emperia Marathas extended their winning streak in the Volleyball Champions League (VCL) on 9 October 2026, defeating the Rajasthan Spikers 2-1 at the Noida Indoor Stadium. The result keeps the Marathas firmly in contention as one of the tournament's standout performers.
Marathas Dominate Early, Spikers Fight Back
The Marathas set the tone early, claiming the first two sets 21-18 and 21-19 to take an commanding 2-0 lead. A clean sweep looked likely, but the Rajasthan Spikers regrouped and lifted their intensity in the third set, taking it 21-18 to salvage a measure of pride. It was not enough to overturn the deficit, however, with the Marathas securing the win on the strength of their opening two sets.
Rajasthan Spikers' Aniket was named Player of the Match for his efforts in the losing cause, while Emperia Marathas' Ashique V Alan was adjudged the Impact Player.
Speaking after the match, Ashique said, 'It feels really good to contribute to the team's win. We started the match well and were able to take control by winning the first two sets. Rajasthan fought back strongly in the third set, but we stayed composed and made sure we finished the match with the result in our favour. We will take the positives from this game and look to continue the same momentum in our upcoming matches.'
Hurricanes Edge Out Dynamites in a Tight Contest
The second fixture of the day at Noida Indoor Stadium saw the Haryana Hurricanes register a 2-1 win over the Delhi Dynamites. Haryana made their intent clear from the outset, winning the opening two sets 21-20 and 21-19 in closely contested exchanges.
The Delhi Dynamites, refusing to go down without a fight, rallied in the third set and dominated it 21-14. However, the comeback came too late, with the Hurricanes already having done enough to seal the overall match victory.
Haryana Hurricanes' Chirag Yadav was named Player of the Match for an impressive all-round performance, while teammate Tariq Saqlain was recognised as the Impact Player of the fixture.
Chirag Yadav on the Hurricanes' Composure
Reflecting on the win, Chirag Yadav said, 'It was a good team effort. We knew Delhi would come hard at us, especially in the crucial points, so our focus was to stay calm and play each point on its merit. Winning the first two sets gave us confidence, and although we lost the third, we had done enough to secure the match. We are happy with the win and will look to build on this performance in the next game.'
VCL Standing and What's Next
With both the Emperia Marathas and the Haryana Hurricanes recording victories on 9 October, the pressure mounts on rival franchises to keep pace. The tournament continues to produce competitive, closely fought matches, with the third-set comeback format proving a recurring pattern across fixtures. Fans and analysts will be watching how the Spikers and Dynamites respond in their next outings.
Point of View
Suggesting the talent gap between franchises is narrower than early results imply. The Emperia Marathas' continued winning run is the headline story, but the Rajasthan Spikers' ability to take a set off the table's pacesetters signals they are not a team to be written off. For the Haryana Hurricanes, a 2-1 result against Delhi when a clean sweep was possible should serve as a tactical prompt — composure in the third set will matter when knockout stakes arrive.
NationPress
9 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the result of the Emperia Marathas vs Rajasthan Spikers VCL match?
The Emperia Marathas defeated the Rajasthan Spikers 2-1 at the Noida Indoor Stadium on 9 October. The Marathas won the first two sets 21-18 and 21-19 before the Spikers took the third 21-18.
Who won the Haryana Hurricanes vs Delhi Dynamites VCL match?
The Haryana Hurricanes defeated the Delhi Dynamites 2-1 on 9 October at Noida Indoor Stadium. Haryana won sets one and two (21-20, 21-19) before Delhi took the third 21-14.
Who were the Player of the Match and Impact Player in the Marathas vs Spikers fixture?
Rajasthan Spikers' Aniket was named Player of the Match despite being on the losing side, while Emperia Marathas' Ashique V Alan was adjudged the Impact Player.
Who were the standout performers in the Hurricanes vs Dynamites match?
Haryana Hurricanes' Chirag Yadav was named Player of the Match for his all-round performance, and teammate Tariq Saqlain was recognised as the Impact Player of the fixture.
Where are the VCL 2026 matches being held?
The Volleyball Champions League 2026 matches on 9 October were held at the Noida Indoor Stadium in Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
