Jiangsu entered the tournament with a young squad, but they excelled in both physique and skill, winning all their group stage matches. In contrast, Ninh Binh barely qualified for the semi-finals.

Before the match, experts predicted a one-sided game in favor of the Chinese team. However, the first set was exciting, with both teams fighting for every point. Ninh Binh's key attackers, such as Dinh Thuy, Luu Hue, and Kuttika, played strongly to win 25-23.

Jiangsu players (in red) spike for a point against LPBank Ninh Binh in the semi-finals of the VTV9 - Binh Dien international women's volleyball tournament in Tay Ninh on the evening of 20/5. Photo: Duc Dong.

However, in the subsequent sets, Jiangsu solidified their lineup, displayed versatile play, and executed tight blocks, winning three consecutive sets with scores of 25-16, 25-21, and 25-21. The Chinese representative secured the first spot in the final, earning admiration from Tay Ninh fans.

The VTV9 - Binh Dien 2026 tournament marks its 15th occurrence, taking place from 15/5 to 23/5 at the Tay Ninh Provincial Competition Hall. Top Vietnamese women's volleyball teams participating include: hosts Binh Dien Long An, Binh Chung Thong Tin, VietinBank, LPBank Ninh Binh, and Ha Noi Tasco Auto. The three foreign teams are among Asia's leading clubs: Jiangsu (China), Suwon City (South Korea), and Gunma Green Wings (Japan).

The total prize fund for this year's tournament is 48,700 USD (approximately 1.2 billion VND). The champion team will receive 15,000 USD, the runner-up 10,000 USD, and the third-place team 7,000 USD. The organizers also award several individual prizes, including: best player, best spiker, best setter, best libero, best young athlete, most impressive young athlete, and "Miss Volleyball".

Today's match schedule, 21/5:

17:00: Gunma Green Wings (Japan) vs. VietinBank

20:00: VTV Binh Dien Long An vs. Ha Noi Tasco Auto

Duc Dong