Delhi Toofans name 14-player squad for Prime Volleyball League

Delhi Toofans have announced a 14-player squad and support staff for the fifth Prime Volleyball League season, starting November 30, 2026. Head coach Fabio Menta will lead the team as it prepares to build on its debut-season runners-up finish.

Hyderabad:  Delhi Toofans have named their 14-player squad and support staff for the fifth season of the Prime Volleyball League (PVL), scheduled to commence on November 30, 2026. The franchise, owned by Resolute Sports, will enter the upcoming season with a mix of Indian and international players across key positions, supported by a specialist team led by head coach Fabio Menta.

Delhi Toofans’ squad includes George Antony, Deepak Kumar M, Amadou Laye Samb and Sheik Numan as outside hitters; Abhishek Rajeev and Yoan David as opposites; Pravin P, Muhammed Jasim and James Weir as middle blockers; Lal Sujan M V and Muhammed Shamil O K as setters; Anand and Aljo Sabu as liberos; and Sachin K as a blocker.

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Alok Sanghi, Chairman, Resolute Sports, said: “Finalising the squad marks an important milestone in our preparations for the upcoming season. With volleyball gaining greater recognition and professional opportunities in India, there is growing potential to take the sport to a wider audience and create more pathways for players.”

Sai Prakash K, CEO, Resolute Sports, said: “Our focus this season is on building a well-rounded team environment that supports performance, collaboration and player development. Finalising the squad and support staff allows us to move into the next phase of preparations with greater clarity on our approach and priorities. We aim to strengthen Delhi Toofans’ identity within the league and deliver a campaign that our players, partners and supporters can take pride in.”

The team will be led by Italian coach Fabio Menta, whose appointment was announced in September this year.

Fabio Menta, head coach, Delhi Toofans, said: “The team has already demonstrated its potential by reaching the Prime Volleyball League final in its debut season, giving us a strong foundation to build upon. With the squad now in place, our priority is to bring the players together around a clear playing philosophy and a shared ambition. The combination of Indian and international talent offers an opportunity to learn from different playing styles and experiences. We will focus on tactical discipline, communication, physical preparation and consistency to ensure that individual strengths translate into collective performance on the court.”

Delhi Toofans made an early impact in the Prime Volleyball League by reaching the final in their debut season in 2024, finishing as runners-up.

The squad:

Outside hitters: George Antony (India), Deepak Kumar M (India), Amadou Laye Samb (Serbia), Sheik Numan (India).

Opposites: Abhishek Rajeev (India), Yoan David (Canada).

Middle blockers: Pravin P (India), Muhammed Jasim (India), James Weir (Australia).

Setters: Lal Sujan M V (India), Muhammed Shamil O K (India).

Liberos: Anand (India), Aljo Sabu (India).

Blocker: Arsak Sinan (India).

Support staff: Head coach: Fabio Menta (Italy); assistant coach: V V Jayakumar (India); technical director: Shailen Ramdoo (Norway); analyst: Jitendra Kumar; physio: Joshua Bruce; strength and conditioning coach: Amal Manohar; manager: Karan Pathak; operations executive: Abhijit Vishwakarma (India).