Al-Rayyan excelled at the WAVA Championship 2025, claiming their third consecutive title.
Oliver Venno was awarded MVP for the second year in a row, demonstrating the team’s unmatched ability. Other key players had great performances too, making this championship unforgettable.
Al-Rayyan’s Dominance: A Historic Third Consecutive Title
Al-Rayyan, from Qatar, proved their strength in the WAVA Championship 2025 by winning the West Asian Men’s Club Volleyball Championship for the third time in a row in Bahrain. The team was unbeatable, finishing with a 5-0 record, and a total of 14 points.
Al-Rayyan demonstrated excellent teamwork, with every player contributing to their winning streak. They possessed a strong offense and defense, which was seen in how they were a strong team in the WAVA Championship.
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The consistent victories cement Al-Rayyan as the top team in West Asian club volleyball, winning the elite title for three consecutive years.
Final Standings
Al-Rayyan claimed the championship, staying undefeated and earning their third title in a row. Al Arabi Doha was the runner-up, while the host team, Al Ahli Manama, finished in third. Here is the final standings of the WAVA Championship 2025:
| Position | Team | Country | Record | Points |
| 1 | Al-Rayyan | Qatar | 5-0 | 14 |
| 2 | Al Arabi Doha | Qatar | 4-1 | 13 |
| 3 | Al Ahli Manama | Bahrain | 3-2 | 9 |
| 4 | Al Salam Sohar | Oman | 2-3 | 5 |
| 5 | Masafi Al-Shamal Baiji | Iraq | 1-4 | 3 |
| 6 | Al Qadsia Kuwait | Kuwait | 0-5 | 1 |
Oliver Venno Shines Again
Al-Rayyan’s Estonian player, Oliver Venno, has been named Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the WAVA Championship 2025 for the consecutive second year.
Venno played a key role in Al-Rayyan’s win in the championship. Venno’s consistent scoring and pressure of playing helped him become the standout player among his peers.
His strong leadership and skills kept Al-Rayyan unbeaten, winning their third title in a row. Venno’s powerful spikes, smart positioning, and overall play were crucial for important wins, and his impact on the court brought him this honor again.
Dream Team and Notable Performances
The WAVA Championship 2025 Dream Team included the best players from the tournament, shining a light on the top performances from every team. Oliver Venno of Al-Rayyan received the MVP award, and several other players were acknowledged for their remarkable talents. Some of the notable players include:
- Borislav Georgiev (Al Arabi Doha) – Setter
- Mohamed Anan (Al Ahli Manama) – Opposite
- Marcus Vinicius (Al-Rayyan) – Outside Hitter
- Nicholas Hoag (Al Arabi Doha) – Outside Hitter
- Papemaguette Diagne (Al-Rayyan) – Middle Blocker
- Ibrahim Saeed (Al Arabi Doha) – Middle Blocker
- Husain Abdulla (Al Ahli Manama) – Libero
These players displayed outstanding performances throughout the tournament, making significant contributions to their teams’ success.
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