Nimir Abdel-Aziz is one of three high-profile signings Al Rayyan made ahead of the Asian Volleyball Champions League. By bringing in Nimir, Yūki Ishikawa, and Thijs Ter Horst, Al Rayyan sent a clear message: they’re aiming for the title, and the media took notice. Many volleyball fans believe that signing Nimir was the club’s smartest move. The Dutch superstar had just wrapped up a phenomenal season in Japan’s V.League, scoring over 1,000 points in a single season—a stat only a true genius could achieve.

While expectations were high for Nimir to quickly find his place at Al Rayyan and become the team’s focal point, he exceeded all predictions. From his very first matches, Nimir showed the world why he's worthy of being called one of the best volleyball players alive. His lightning-fast reactions and impossible-to-block spikes have led many to compare him to football's Lamine Yamal—just as agile, just as unstoppable.

A Dominant Force at Al Rayyan

Some analysts initially believed that during the group stage, Nimir was holding back to sync better with his new teammates. But once the knockout rounds began, the real Nimir showed up. The 33-year-old attacker revealed the ruthless, flawless version fans had been waiting for.

In the semifinals of the Asian Volleyball Champions League, Al Rayyan faced Japan’s league champions, Suntory Sunbirds. With Nimir leading the charge, Al Rayyan triumphed in an intense 3–2 battle. Nimir scored 40 points in the match and was rightfully hailed as the backbone of the team.

His relentless attacks broke down Suntory’s defense, neutralizing their attempts at a comeback. It’s fair to say that Nimir gave it his all, leaving spectators with unforgettable moments on the court.

The Best in the World?

At a time when volleyball is full of shining stars, Nimir Abdel-Aziz continues to elevate his game, proving that his peak is far from over. His commitment, power, and passion reflect the spirit of a true legend.

Should Earvin Ngapeth, now coaching Foolad Sirjan, manage to defeat Osaka in the semifinals, we could witness a thrilling final showdown between Al Rayyan and Foolad—and a direct face-off between two titans: Ngapeth and Nimir.