Thailand Faces Indonesia in Asian Championship Volleyball
Thailand's women's volleyball team plays Indonesia today at 2 p.m. in a critical Group B match of the 2026 AVC Continental Championship in Tianjin, China, where the winner earns an automatic berth to the 2028 Olympics.
Thailand's women's volleyball team faces Indonesia today at 2 p.m. in a crucial Group B match of the 2026 AVC Women's Volleyball Continental Championship. Coach Anucha Kaewtunyaroj said before the match that Indonesia's recent win over Kazakhstan means the team must stay disciplined, commit fewer errors, and maintain momentum to put pressure on their opponents.
The tournament takes place at the Tianjin Olympic Center Gymnasium in Tianjin, China, from August 21-30, 2026, with 12 nations competing. Thailand is grouped with Australia, Indonesia, and Kazakhstan. In their opening match, Thailand defeated Australia 3-0 (25-15, 25-15, 25-18) to secure three points. Indonesia beat Kazakhstan 3-0 (25-22, 25-22, 25-23).
Thailand's head-to-head record against Indonesia in the last five meetings is 5-0, with recent wins on August 8 and July 31, 2024, and December 14, 2023.
Thailand's remaining matches: August 24 at 2 p.m. vs. Indonesia, and August 25 at 9 a.m. vs. Kazakhstan. Thai fans can watch live on Monomax Sports Channel 29 (free TV).
The 2026 championship carries major significance because the winning nation earns an automatic berth to the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, California. Teams finishing in the top three also secure qualification for the 2027 Women's Volleyball World Championship.
