he Goa Guardians, debuting in Season 4 this October, will compete alongside top franchises in a high-energy format designed for television and digital audiences. KL Rahul believes Goa’s vibrant sporting culture makes it the perfect base to inspire new talent. The matches of PVL will be streamed on their YouTube channel from October 2 to 26, 2025.

Mumbai, September 23: Indian cricketer KL Rahul has joined the ownership group of the Goa Guardians ahead of Season 4 of the Prime Volleyball League (PVL), marking a new chapter for Indian volleyball. Now, for the first time as Co-Owner of a professional sports team, Rahul wants to give volleyball the recognition it deserves.

“This feels like a full circle moment for me. PVL is a turning point for the sport in India. The bigger picture is to give volleyball the spotlight and screen time so that more people can watch it and love this sport. I am thrilled to join the Goa Guardians not just as a supporter, but as a co-owner. Volleyball has always been a sport I enjoyed, and I’m excited to lend my voice and play my part in growing thesport in our country” he said, according to a press release.

The Goa Guardians, debuting in Season 4 this October, will compete alongside top franchises in a high-energy format designed for television and digital audiences. KL Rahul believes Goa’s vibrant sporting culture makes it the perfect base to inspire new talent. The matches of PVL will be streamed on their YouTube channel from October 2 to 26, 2025.

Welcoming him, Raju Chekuri, Principal Owner, Goa Guardians & Founder, Netenrich, said: “We aredelighted to have KL Rahul join our ownership group. His passion for volleyball and belief in its potential willhelp us build a franchise that inspires fans and empowers athletes. Volleyball is one of the most played sports in the world, and with the right platform, it can become India’s next Olympic success story.”

Raj Chekuri, Managing Director, Goa Guardians, added: “It means a lot to have KL along with us, and wecouldn’t have a better person join us on this journey. He truly shares our ambition of making India a dominantforce in global sport. His involvement will help raise volleyball’s profile and create opportunities for the nextgeneration of athletes nationwide.”

Joy Bhattacharjya, CEO, Volleyball League, said, “KL Rahul’s support adds immense value to what we are building toward; the dream of seeing India compete in volleyball at the Olympic Games. His presence will attract more fans and accelerate the growth of the sport in India.”

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