India beat Singapore 3-0 in volleyball tourney

India beat Singapore 3-0 in volleyball tourney
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New Delhi: The Indian senior volleyball team beat Singapore 3-0 to begin their campaign on a winning note in the 21st Princess Cup 3rd AVC Women's Challenge Cup at Nakhon Pathom, Thailand.

India emerged 25-16, 25-19 25-08 winners in their opening league match of the tournament.

From the Indian side, captain Nirmal, Soorya and Anushree impressed the most.

Six countries -- India, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Uzbekistan, Hong Kong and China-- are participating in the championship that will conclude on June 30.

The Indian team's next match is against Uzbekistan on Saturday.

Achyuta Samanta, President of Volleyball Federation of India (VFI), congratulated the team for its winning start in the championship.