- India defeated Bahrain 81-77, clinching their 11th consecutive Asia Cup qualification.
- Harsh Dagar led with 28 points, supported by key plays from Arvind Krishnan and Pranav Prince.
- The win also secured India’s place in the FIBA World Cup 2027 Qualifiers after 12 years.
India’s basketball team achieved a historic milestone by qualifying for the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 and securing a place in the FIBA World Cup 2027 Qualifiers.
Head coach Scott Flemming credited the players for their determination, emphasizing that these wins mark a significant step for Indian basketball. This success follows India’s dominant win against Iraq (97-77), further solidifying their credentials.
Indian Basketball Team Makes History with Asia Cup & World Cup Qualification
India’s latest victory against Bahrain in the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 qualifiers marks a turning point for the national basketball team. With this win, India extends its streak to 11 straight Asia Cup qualifications while also securing a long-awaited berth in the FIBA World Cup 2027 Qualifiers. The result is a testament to the team’s growing competitiveness on the international stage.
Harsh Dagar played a starring role, delivering 28 points and setting the pace early for India. Alongside him, Kanwar Sandhu, Arvind Krishnan, and Pranav Prince made crucial contributions, ensuring India held on in a tightly contested match. The game showcased India’s ability to withstand pressure and execute decisive plays in crunch time.
Scott Flemming, the head coach, acknowledged the significance of this achievement, stating that Indian basketball is entering uncharted territory. The team’s resilience in tough situations has been key to their success, proving that they can go toe-to-toe with strong teams in the region.
With the FIBA Asia Cup set to take place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, from August 5-17, India will aim to make a deeper impact on the continental stage. Their qualification also means they will get valuable experience ahead of the World Cup 2027 Qualifiers, where they will seek to reach the main tournament for the first time.
India’s qualification for the FIBA World Cup 2027 Qualifiers is a milestone that reflects the progress of the national basketball program. With growing talent and strong leadership, the team is now poised to take on greater challenges in international basketball.
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