Teams
Six teams took part in first season of the Indian Volley League.
| Most recent season or competition: 2011 | |
| Sport | Volleyball |
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| Founded | 2011 |
| Founder | VFI |
| First season | 2011 |
| No. of teams | 6 |
| Country | India |
| Most recent champion(s) | Chennai Spikers (2011) |
| Official website | https://www.pistondessport.com/ |
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