The Prime Volleyball League (PVL) powered by Scapia unveiled the full schedule for its much-anticipated fourth season on Tuesday, setting the stage for nearly a month of high-octane volleyball action.
The season will run from October 2 to October 26, 2025, with Hyderabad hosting the opener between defending champions Calicut Heroes and home side Hyderabad Black Hawks. The grand finale is slated for October 26. This edition will be the league’s biggest yet, with 10 teams in contention following the entry of the Goa Guardians, a new franchise making its debut. The expansion reflects both PVL’s rapid growth and volleyball’s rising popularity in India.
The Format: More Matches, More Drama
The 10 teams are split into two pools of five each. Over 21 matchdays, the league will feature 38 matches — 35 in the league stage, followed by two semi-finals and the final. Every team will play four matches within their pool and three against teams from the opposite pool. At the end of the league stage, the top four teams overall (regardless of pool) will qualify for the semi-finals on October 24. The winners will then battle for the trophy on October 26.
With double-headers scheduled on several evenings, the season is designed to maximize fan engagement and keep the playoff race tight until the very end.
Speaking at the announcement, Tuhin Mishra, Managing Director & Co-Founder of Baseline Ventures, called Season 4 “our biggest season yet.”
“With Goa Guardians joining the line-up, the league now has ten competitive teams, more international players, and a wider fan base. With Scapia as our partner, we are ready to power a league that raises the bar for volleyball in India.”
Joy Bhattacharjya, CEO of the Prime Volleyball League, highlighted the excitement built into the schedule:
“The schedule has been built for drama. Double-headers, key rivalries and a tight playoff window mean fans can expect action every single night. Volleyball has always had passionate support in India and this season we want to take that energy to a whole new level.”
Teams in the Fray
Pool A:
- Goa Guardians
- Chennai Blitz
- Kochi Blue Spikers
- Bengaluru Torpedoes
- Kolkata Thunderbolts
Pool B:
- Hyderabad Black Hawks
- Delhi Toofans
- Ahmedabad Defenders
- Mumbai Meteors
- Calicut Heroes
The addition of Goa adds another regional flavor to the competition, expanding the league’s geographical reach and providing a new base of fans in western India.
Season 4 Highlights
Opening Clash (Oct 2): Hyderabad Black Hawks vs Calicut Heroes a battle between hosts and defending champions. Debut of Goa Guardians (Oct 3): The new franchise will play its first match against Bengaluru Torpedoes. Back-to-Back Double Headers: Almost every weekend is packed with two matches, ensuring continuous prime-time action.
Semi-Finals (Oct 24): Two knockout matches to decide the finalists. Final (Oct 26): One month after the opener, the season culminates in the title clash.
Complete Schedule: Prime Volleyball League Season 4
League Stage
October 2 (Thursday): 6:30 PM: Hyderabad Black Hawks vs Calicut Heroes
October 3 (Friday): 6:30 PM: Goa Guardians vs Bengaluru Torpedoes & 8:30 PM: Chennai Blitz vs Kochi Blue Spikers
October 4 (Saturday): 6:30 PM: Delhi Toofans vs Ahmedabad Defenders & 8:30 PM: Hyderabad Black Hawks vs Mumbai Meteors
October 5 (Sunday): 6:30 PM: Bengaluru Torpedoes vs Kolkata Thunderbolts & 8:30 PM: Kochi Blue Spikers vs Goa Guardians
October 6 (Monday): 6:30 PM: Mumbai Meteors vs Calicut Heroes
October 7 (Tuesday): 6:30 PM: Kolkata Thunderbolts vs Kochi Blue Spikers & 8:30 PM: Ahmedabad Defenders vs Goa Guardians
October 8 (Wednesday): 6:30 PM: Mumbai Meteors vs Delhi Toofans
October 9 (Thursday): 6:30 PM: Goa Guardians vs Chennai Blitz
October 10 (Friday): 6:30 PM: Calicut Heroes vs Ahmedabad Defenders & 8:30 PM: Hyderabad Black Hawks vs Delhi Toofans
October 11 (Saturday): 6:30 PM: Kochi Blue Spikers vs Bengaluru Torpedoes & 8:30 PM: Chennai Blitz vs Kolkata Thunderbolts
October 12 (Sunday): 6:30 PM: Delhi Toofans vs Calicut Heroes & 8:30 PM: Ahmedabad Defenders vs Hyderabad Black Hawks
October 13 (Monday): 6:30 PM: Bengaluru Torpedoes vs Chennai Blitz
October 14 (Tuesday): 6:30 PM: Mumbai Meteors vs Kochi Blue Spikers & 8:30 PM: Kolkata Thunderbolts vs Goa Guardians
October 15 (Wednesday): 6:30 PM: Chennai Blitz vs Ahmedabad Defenders & 8:30 PM: Bengaluru Torpedoes vs Calicut Heroes
October 16 (Thursday): 6:30 PM: Goa Guardians vs Hyderabad Black Hawks
October 17 (Friday): 6:30 PM: Calicut Heroes vs Kolkata Thunderbolts & 8:30 PM: Delhi Toofans vs Chennai Blitz
October 18 (Saturday): 6:30 PM: Ahmedabad Defenders vs Mumbai Meteors & 8:30 PM: Bengaluru Torpedoes vs Hyderabad Black Hawks
October 19 (Sunday): 6:30 PM: Delhi Toofans vs Goa Guardians & 8:30 PM: Kochi Blue Spikers vs Calicut Heroes
October 20 (Monday): 6:30 PM: Hyderabad Black Hawks vs Kolkata Thunderbolts & 8:30 PM: Chennai Blitz vs Mumbai Meteors
October 21 (Tuesday): 6:30 PM: Ahmedabad Defenders vs Kochi Blue Spikers
October 22 (Wednesday): 6:30 PM: Mumbai Meteors vs Bengaluru Torpedoes & 8:30 PM: Kolkata Thunderbolts vs Delhi Toofans
Playoffs
October 24 (Friday): 6:30 PM: Semi-Final 1 & 8:30 PM: Semi-Final 2
October 26 (Sunday): 6:30 PM: Final
Where to Watch
All matches will be broadcast live on Sony Sports Network and streamed on Prime Volleyball’s YouTube channel, ensuring fans across the country can tune in to the action.
With more teams, more matches, and more international players, Season 4 is set to be the most competitive and entertaining edition of the Prime Volleyball League so far. The addition of the Goa Guardians adds fresh intrigue, while the tightly packed schedule promises drama every night. As volleyball continues to grow in India, PVL Season 4 represents not just another tournament, but a statement of intent that the sport is ready to capture the national spotlight.
