The AVC Women's Volleyball Nations Cup (previously known as the AVC Women's Challenge Cup), is an annual international volleyball competition in Asia and Oceania contested by the senior women's national teams of the members of Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC), the sport's continent governing body.

From 2023 to 2024, the winner will qualify for the FIVB Challenger Cup.

This event should not be confused with the other, more prestigious continental competition for Asian national women's volleyball teams, the Asian Volleyball Championship and Asian Volleyball Cup.

The four AVC Women's Nations Cup tournaments has been won by two different national teams. Vietnam have won thrice while Hong Kong have won once.

History

Originally, the tournament was scheduled to be awarded every two years beginning in 2018. This tournament was initially catered to AVC member associations ranked 11th and below or that did not participate in the Asian Women's Volleyball Championship. It is set up to serve as a qualifier to the Women's Asian Volleyball Cup, which served as the tournament for the top teams of the AVC. The first two editions were due in Hong Kong, China. But due to unforeseen reasons, the first edition in 2018 was not held, while the second edition two years later was canceled due to grave concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic. The tournament first took place in 2022. The champions were Hong Kong, which won their first title at the 2022 edition in a round-robin format.

From 2023 to 2024, the AVC Challenge Cup has reformed from being held biennially to annually as it serve as a qualifier for the FIVB Challenger Cup. In both 2023 and 2024 edition, Vietnam were crowned as the champions, and qualified for 2023 FIVB Challenger Cup and 2024 FIVB Challenger Cup respectively.

Starting in 2025, the tournament was rebranded and would be known as the AVC Women's Volleyball Nations Cup. With the new format of the Nations League and the abolishment of the Challenger Cup, this tournament would be served as an annual competition for teams not participating in the VNL to earn world ranking points to increase their place in the FIVB Senior World Rankings, and possibly qualify to the future editions of the VNL. This tournament also served as a direct qualifier for the Asian Women's Volleyball Championship, with the champions earning a spot starting at the 2026 edition.

**AVC Challenge Cup Women: Tournament Description**

The AVC Challenge Cup Women is an exhilarating international volleyball tournament that showcases the best female volleyball talent from across Asia. Organized by the Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC), this prestigious event brings together national teams to compete for glory, honor, and the coveted championship title.

**Event Highlights:**

- **Date & Location:** The tournament takes place annually, with the host country rotating among member nations, providing a unique cultural experience for teams and fans alike.

- **Participating Teams:** The AVC Challenge Cup Women features a diverse lineup of national teams, including both established powerhouses and emerging contenders, all vying for supremacy on the court.

- **Format:** The tournament typically consists of a preliminary round followed by knockout stages, culminating in an electrifying final match. Each game promises intense competition, showcasing high-level skills, teamwork, and athleticism.

- **Fan Engagement:** Volleyball enthusiasts can expect a vibrant atmosphere, with passionate fans cheering for their teams. The event also includes various fan activities, merchandise stalls, and opportunities to meet players.

- **Development Focus:** Beyond competition, the AVC Challenge Cup Women emphasizes the development of women's volleyball in the region, promoting sportsmanship, empowerment, and the growth of the game at all levels.

Join us for the AVC Challenge Cup Women, where athleticism meets camaraderie, and witness the rise of volleyball stars as they battle for the championship title in a celebration of sport and culture!