Indonesia delivered a dominant straight-sets victory over Vietnam in the SEA V League, cruising to a 3-0 win (25–20, 25–18, 25–22) on 18 July 2026. The home side showcased superior attacking depth and defensive discipline, controlling the match from the opening serve to secure an important result in the regional competition.

Match Overview

Playing in front of an electric home crowd, Indonesia started with intensity and never let Vietnam settle. The hosts’ blocking and transition game proved decisive, particularly in the second set where they pulled away mid-way through. Vietnam fought hard in the third set, pulling within two points late, but Indonesia’s clutch finishing sealed the sweep.

Key Moments

• First set – Early control: Indonesia raced to an 8-4 lead at the first technical timeout. Outside hitter Rivan Nurmulki powered through the Vietnamese block, while the defence neutralized Vietnam’s top scorer, Nguyen Van Quyet.
• Second set – Decisive run: With the score tied at 12-12, Indonesia won six of the next seven points, capitalising on three consecutive service errors from Vietnam. Middle blocker Hendra Kurniawan notched two blocks during this stretch.
• Third set – Late resistance: Vietnam’s setter Dinh Van Duy mixed up the attack to level at 20-20, but Indonesia responded with a 5-2 run, punctuated by a blistering cross-court kill from opposite player Doni Haryono.

Tactical Story

Indonesia’s game plan centred on aggressive serving to disrupt Vietnam’s passing lanes, forcing their hitters into difficult angles. The tactic paid off as Vietnam recorded over a dozen unforced errors across the three sets. In attack, Indonesia spread the ball efficiently, with three players reaching double-digit points. Their net defense, anchored by captain Rudy Tampubolon, tallied eight blocks to Vietnam’s three.

Standout Players

• Rivan Nurmulki (Indonesia): Led all scorers with 18 points, including 15 kills, two blocks, and one ace. His powerful serve troubled Vietnam throughout.
• Hendra Kurniawan (Indonesia): Dominated at the net with five blocks, stifling Vietnam’s attempts to establish a rhythm in the middle.
• Nguyen Van Quyet (Vietnam): Managed 12 points despite heavy attention from Indonesian blockers, showing resilience in the third set.

Season Impact

The result strengthens Indonesia’s position in the SEA V League standings, keeping them in contention for the top spot. For Vietnam, the loss highlights areas for improvement in reception and transition, though they remain a dangerous side in the tournament. Both teams will look to bounce back in their next fixtures.