Hyderabad, Oct. 8 -- Kolkata Thunderbolts came from behind to beat Kochi Blue Spikers 12-15, 15-13, 15-6, 19-17 in the Prime Volleyball League powered by Scapia at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad.

On Tuesday, it was Pankaj Sharma who was named the Player of the Match, as per a PVL press release.

Coming on the back of a win over Goa Guardians, Kochi came off hard with Hemanth making powerful serves. Kolkata captain Ashwal Rai continued his role as the outside hitter and started making an impact again. Pankaj Sharma showcased early on why he remains Kolkata's biggest threat on the court as he tested Kochi's defence.

Kochi setter Byron Ketukaris passed all around his court to keep the Thunderbolts guessing. The defence from both ...