Lokomotiv Novosibirsk achieved a routine and decisive victory over Orenburg Orenburg with a 3:0 (25:17, 25:17, 25:19) score in a match from the Russian championship. The hosts' setter Simeon Nikolov played another strong match since the beginning of the season and was one of the most effective volleyball players on the court.

The Bulgarian international confidently orchestrated the attack, combining a high percentage of successful decisions.

First set – 25:17

Lokomotiv started with a high tempo, controlling the rallies right from the first whistle. Thanks to precise combinations led by Moni Nikolov, the hosts drew the middle blockers and widened the attack. Orenburg had reception problems and struggled to clear the balls. The lead quickly accumulated, and Lokomotiv closed the set without pressure.

Second set – 25:17

The scenario repeated: strong serving from Novosibirsk, a solid block, and a varied attack, excellently distributed by Nikolov. Orenburg tried to change their attacking scheme, but the hosts read the game well and often won the prolonged rallies. Lokomotiv maintained a comfortable lead throughout the set.

Third set – 25:19

The guests showed more resistance, trying to speed up the game and complicate Lokomotiv's reception. Nevertheless, Nikolov continued to maintain a high attack tempo, and the hosts' block closed key directions. In the end, Novosibirsk's class once again asserted itself, and the team secured a clean victory.

Statistics

Simeon Nikolov played a strong match and achievedthe highest overall efficiency rating among all players on the court.
His recorded stats: 4 points (2 blocks), with 3 unsuccessful attacks out of five attempts (40% success rate).

His play combined stability, excellent tactical awareness, and dominance in attack tempo – a key reason for Lokomotiv's high percentage of successful attacks (62%).

For Lokomotiv, Kazachenkov was the top scorer with 17 points, and Kurbanov added 14 points. None of the guests surpassed the 10-point mark.

With this ninth victory in 10 matches, Lokomotiv solidifies its position among the leading teams in the championship, currently holding first place in the standings ahead of champions Zenit Kazan.