RRI.CO.ID, Jakarta - Indonesia’s U-18 men’s volleyball team capped their campaign at the AVC Men's U-18 Volleyball Championship 2026 with a convincing straight-set victory over Bahrain, ensuring a place among the tournament’s top 10 teams.

The match, played at the Haikou Wuyuan River Gymnasium in China on Friday, July 17, 2026, ended 25-16, 25-18, 25-23 in favor of the Garuda squad. This result was more than just a win. It marked a statement of consistency and composure.

Indonesia showed dominance from the opening set, combining quick attacks with disciplined defense to widen the gap, Antara reported. A scoring run led by Rizqi Maulana and teammates sealed the first set 25-16.

In the second set, Bahrain attempted to rally, matching Indonesia point-for-point early on. Yet Indonesia’s variation in passing and clinical finishing allowed them to pull away, closing the set 25-18.

The third set proved the most competitive, with Bahrain raising their aggression and capitalizing on Indonesian errors to narrow the scoreline. Still, Indonesia held their nerve in the final stages, converting two crucial points to secure the 25-23 win and complete the sweep.

Head coach Udi Hermanto praised his players’ ability to stay focused under pressure, noting that the victory reflected their growing maturity on the international stage. The win guarantees Indonesia a finish inside the top 10, a significant achievement in the continental competition.

Indonesia will next face the winner of the Philippines vs Hong Kong clash to determine ninth place. ***