Iran beat Tunisia at 2025 Volleyball World Championship

TEHRAN – Iran defeated Tunisia 3-1 (23–25, 25–20, 25–23, 25–16) at the 2025 FIVB Men’s Volleyball World Championship.

Poriya Hossein Khanzadeh led Iran with 21 points.

Iran, who had lost to Egypt 3-1 in their opening match, will face the Philippines on Thursday.

Taking place in Manila, Philippines, 32 teams from across the world are competing for the coveted title, divided into eight pools of four teams, where the top two advance to the knockout stage.

The tournament continues in SM Mall of Asia Arena and Smart Araneta Coliseum in Manila through 28 September, when the final will determine whether Italy defend their crown or new champions will emerge.