Bangkok: The Thai women's volleyball team was unable to resist, losing to Japan 0-3 sets, ending their run in the Women's Volleyball World Championship in the round of 16.

According to Thai News Agency, in the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Women's World Championship round of 16 at Indoor Stadium Huamark, the Thai national women's volleyball team, ranked 18th in the world, faced Japan, ranked 5th in the world. Head coach "Coach Oat" Kiattipong Rachatakeangkrai sent out players Wimonrat Thanaphan, Pornpun Guedprach, Chatchu-on Moksri, Thatdao Nuekjang, Pimpichaya Kokram, Sasipaporn Chantarawisut, with Piyanut Pannoy as libero. Japan's team was led by captain Mayu Ishikawa, alongside star spikers Yoshino Sato and Yukiko Wada.

In the first set, both teams fought evenly, but the Thai team eventually lost 20-25. The second set saw a close contest, with Thailand attempting to break through Japan's defense, but ultimately losing 23-25. In the third set, despite leading up to 20 points, Thailand was overtaken by Japan in the final moments, losing 23-25.

In summary, the Thai women's volleyball team lost to Japan 0-3 sets with scores of 20-25, 23-25, 23-25, halting their journey in the 2025 Women's Volleyball World Championship in the round of 16. Japan advanced to the round of 8 to face the Netherlands next. The Thai women's national team will now focus on defending their title at the 33rd SEA Games, which Thailand will host from December.