10-08-2025
Saudi Arabia overpower India to secure spot in qualification round
JEDDAH: Hosts Saudi Arabia secured their spot in the qualification round to the quarterfinals in the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 with a dominant 84-59 win over India in Group C.
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With a 2-1 record, Saudi Arabia will take on Group D's third-ranked team, the Philippines, on Monday night, with a place in the last eight up for grabs.
During the post-match press conference, Saudi Arabia's coach Ricard Casas told the press: 'The next match is not easy. It's very difficult. We will give our best.
'Of course, it's very important, these next hours for our preparation. Because we will play a good team.'
Saudi center Mohammed Al-Marawani said: 'I just want to thank my teammates for their performance and hope we continue with this high level on Monday when we face Philippines.'
The Philippines had booked their place in the qualification to the quarterfinals with a gritty 66-57 victory over Iraq in Group D.
Meanwhile, China continued its winning streak and booked the first ticket to the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 quarterfinals following a 90-68 victory over Jordan.
Friday's last game saw New Zealand book a direct quarterfinals place through from Group D with a 118-78 victory over Chinese Taipei.
