Metropolis Open Women's Volleyball begins today

The Popular Life Insurance Dhaka Metropolis Open Women's Volleyball Competition will kick off at Shaheed Nur Hossain National Volleyball Stadium in the city today (Sunday), reports UNB.

Dr Zafar Uddin, acting secretary to the ministry of youth and sports, will formally inaugurate the five-day meet in the afternoon.

Eight teams, split into two groups, will compete initially on league basis matches and later two top teams from each of the groups will play in the semifinals on April 09. The final and the 3rd place-deciding matches will be held on April 10.

General Secretary of Bangladesh Volleyball Federation Ashiqur Rahman Miku disclosed the details at a press conference at the federation's meeting room in the city on Saturday.

Federation member Mustafa Kamal, tournament's vice chairman Nayana Chowdhury and tournament secretary Nibedita Das were also present on the occasion.

Five matches will be held on the opening day (Sunday) in the morning and afternoon.

Participating teams

Group A: Wari Club, Narayanganj District, Dhaka University and Quantum Foundation

Group B: Ansar & VDP, Bangladesh Police, Kishoreganj District and Viqarunnissa Noon School.