In the 2018 FIVB World Championship, Iran have overcome Finland in pool D of the tournament after a grueling 5-setter.
The Asian powerhouse dominated and sealed the 1st set 25-19. However, Finland fought back and took the 2nd, 25-22.
They kept the momentum and finished the 3rd, 25-23 in their favor. But team Iran showed resilience and won the 4th, 25-23, sending the match to decider, which Iran ended 15-12 in their favor.
With the victory Iran secured the 2nd seat in pool D with 11 points, advancing to the next stage of the tournament.