Noida, Oct. 24 -- Delhi Dynamites were crowned champions of the Volleyball Champions League (VCL) after defeating Emperia Marathas 3-1 in a thrilling final at the Noida Indoor Stadium on Friday.

With the victory, Delhi Dynamites lifted the championship trophy and claimed the winner's prize of Rs 2 crore, while runners-up Emperia Marathas received Rs 1 crore, according to a press release from VCL.

The Marathas made a strong start to the title clash, winning the opening set 25-22 to put the Dynamites under early pressure. However, Delhi responded in emphatic fashion, raising their level of play to win three consecutive sets and seal the championship.

The Dynamites began their comeback by claiming the second set 25-19 to draw level in the...