Prime volleyball league in city from Oct 2

Defending champions Calicut Heroes, aiming to be the first team to defend the title, takes on Hyderabad Hawks

Hyderabad: The RR Kabel Prime Volleyball League, featuring 10 teams, will be held at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium here from October 2, with defending champions Calicut Heroes, aiming to be the first team to defend the title, taking on Hyderabad Hawks.

“We have a powerful, balanced squad, and the pre-season focus has been on mental toughness and strategic execution. Starting the season against the Black Hawks is the ultimate test—it’s a rivalry that sets the tone for the entire league, and we are ready to dominate the court and make a decisive statement,” Calicut captain Mohan Ukkrapandian said.

Paulo Lamounier, Captain, Hyderabad Black Hawks, said it would be a massive privilege to lead the Hyderabad Black Hawks. “We have worked on our tactical approach this year, and our players are hungry for success,” he said.

“RR Kabel is extremely proud to partner with the Prime Volleyball League. This partnership goes beyond sponsorship; it is a commitment to powering the future of Indian sports,” Kirti Kabra, director, RR Global.
“The league perfectly mirrors our core values- speed, agility, and precision, and we are excited to see the next generation of volleyball champions light up the courts this season,” he said.

Shishir Sharma, chief marketing officer, RR Kabel, said PVL had truly captured the heart of the country, transforming a hidden sport into a national-level movement.

Anil Goteti, founder & CEO, Scapia, said that at Scapia, they believed in creating experiences that inspire discovery and bring people together.

Tuhin Mishra, CEO & managing director, Baseline Ventures, said the strategy this season would be focused on delivering exceptional value to our partners and teams, ensuring a sustainable, world-class ecosystem for our athletes, and raising the bar for sports entertainment in the country.”

Joy Bhattacharjya, CEO, Prime Volleyball League, said, “We are excited as we enter the new season. Each season has seen teams evolve in terms of talent and strategy, and this season should be the most closely contested. And that means that fans should be in for a top-class viewing experience.”

Hyderabad Hawks launch jersey

The Hyderabad Black Hawks (HBH) unveiled its new jersey for Season 4 of the Prime Volleyball League, which kicks off this Thursday at GMC Balayogi Stadium here.

The jersey, created in collaboration with Six5Six, one of India’s leading sportswear brands, draws design inspiration from Telangana’s iconic Pochampally Ikkat patterns. While not woven from handloom fabric, the design captures the essence of Telangana’s cultural heritage and translates it into a bold, modern sporting identity.

The unveiling was led by Team Owner Kankanala Abhishek Reddy and Team Captain Paulo Iury Lamounier.

Speaking on the occasion, Kankanala Abhishek Reddy said:
“We are proud to commission Six5Six to design this year’s jersey, which carries the spirit of Telangana through its Pochampally-inspired patterns. This jersey is more than team colors—it is a reflection of our roots and pride. We invite fans from both Telugu states to support and encourage us this season.”

With this launch, the Hyderabad Black Hawks reaffirm their commitment to blending sport, culture, and community pride as they step into PVL Season 4.