CIS Games: Azerbaijani volleyball team defeats Uzbekistan

The Azerbaijani women’s volleyball team secured third place at the 3rd CIS Games after defeating Uzbekistan 3-1 at the Ganja Sports Palace.

The victory earns Azerbaijan the bronze medal in the tournament, Caliber.Az reports via local media.

The 3rd CIS Games continue today across several Azerbaijani cities, with athletes competing in eight different sports disciplines.

The volleyball competitions are set to conclude today, October 6, with the final match between Belarus and Russia.

The 3rd CIS Games, taking place in Azerbaijan from September 28 to October 8, 2025, is the largest sporting event in the Commonwealth of Independent States. Thirteen countries are participating in the competition, including Azerbaijan, Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Türkiye, Kuwait, Oman, Pakistan, Armenia, and Turkmenistan, showcasing a range of sports and fostering regional camaraderie among participating nations.    

The total number of participants reaches 1,624 athletes competing in 23 sports.

By Khagan Isayev