9am News report confirms that Nigeria’s D’Tigress have been drawn in Group D of the 2025 AfroBasket Women’s Championship, alongside Mozambique and Rwanda. The tournament is set to hold in Côte d’Ivoire from July 26 to August 3, with all matches scheduled at the Palais des Sports de Treichville.
The reigning champions, D’Tigress, will be gunning for their seventh AfroBasket title, aiming to extend their continental dominance and build on their impressive form from the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, where they reached the quarter-finals.
Full Group Stage Draw
- Group A: Côte d’Ivoire (hosts), Angola, Egypt
- Group B: Mali, Cameroon, South Sudan
- Group C: Senegal, Uganda, Guinea
- Group D: Nigeria, Mozambique, Rwanda
Group D presents a competitive field, but D’Tigress remain favourites based on recent performances and international rankings. The team’s depth, skill, and Olympic experience will be vital as they set sights on defending their title.
The hosts, Côte d’Ivoire, are drawn in Group A with Angola and Egypt, forming one of the most competitive pools in the tournament. Group B features the physicality of Mali and the athleticism of Cameroon and South Sudan, while Group C houses powerhouse Senegal alongside Uganda and Guinea.
D’Tigress Eye History
D’Tigress have dominated African women’s basketball in recent years, with their last triumph coming in the 2023 edition. Their Olympic journey in 2024 earned global respect, and expectations remain high heading into AfroBasket 2025.
Head coach Rena Wakama is expected to name a solid roster blending experience and young talents ahead of the tournament. Key players from the Olympic squad are likely to lead the charge once again.
As excitement builds, 9am News will continue to provide timely updates on match schedules, player selections, and highlights from Côte d’Ivoire.
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