Doha: The Qatari national volleyball team will begin its journey in the 2025 Asian Men's Volleyball Cup against Australia on June 17. This match is set to be part of Group B of the tournament, which will be hosted by Bahrain from June 17 to 24, featuring the participation of 12 teams from across the continent. According to Qatar News Agency, the Qatari team will play their second match in the group stage against Kazakhstan on June 19. The Qatar Volleyball Association confirmed that the team will depart for Bahrain on June 14. Under the guidance of Argentine coach Camilo Andres Soto, the team is in the midst of intensive preparations for the tournament. This includes a comprehensive training camp featuring technical, tactical, and physical training, as well as a series of friendly matches aimed at raising the level of readiness and enhancing harmony among the players before the start of the official competition. The tournament will be held in a group format, with the top two teams in each group advancing to the semi-finals. The knockout rounds will then continue until the final, which will determine the Asian champion. The Qatari team hopes to perform at a high level, reflecting their development in recent years and meeting the aspirations of the fans. With intensive preparations and a strong desire to achieve a continental triumph, they aim to add to the record of Qatari volleyball.