Inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta. Jakarta Bhayangkara Presisi has officially secured the return of Malian powerhouse Noumory Keita to bolster their squad for the 2026 AVC Men’s Volleyball Champions League. 

The tournament is set to take place in Pontianak, West Kalimantan, from May 13 to 17 May 2026.

"We have re-signed Noumory Keita to defend Bhayangkara Presisi following the conclusion of his season in the Italian league," said Team Manager Pipit Rismanto during the official draw ceremony on Sunday (15/3/2026), as cited by antaranews.com.

Keita, a high-impact opposite hitter currently playing for Rana Verona in Italy, previously led Bhayangkara Presisi during the 2023/24 season. His return is a strategic move to capitalize on his European experience and prior chemistry with the team. 

Having secured a runner-up finish in 2024 and third place in 2025, the team, anchored by local star Rendy Tamamilang, has set a clear "gold or nothing" objective for this year's home tournament. According to the official draw, Bhayangkara Presisi is slated to face Kazakhstan's Zhaiyk VC in the opening stages.

(mg/inp/pr/rs)