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Iraq’s Basketball Team Secures Spot in Asian Cup Finals!
Iraq is set to return to the FIBA Asia Cup for the first time since 2017, marking a major milestone in their basketball journey.
In a thrilling clash at the Khalifa Sports City in Manama, Bahrain, Iraq secured their spot in the 2025 Asia Cup with a stunning 85-72 victory over Bahrain on March 22, 2025. The West Asian team came out strong, dominating the first quarter with 30 points and building an early 10-point lead. By halftime, they had extended their advantage to 18 points, finishing the half with 53 points.
Bahrain attempted several comebacks, but Iraq’s defense and scoring kept them at bay. After a tough loss to India earlier in the tournament, Iraq needed this win to secure a top-two spot in Group H of the Qualifying Tournament for Third-Place Teams. This victory made Iraq the final team to qualify for the 31st edition of the Asia Cup, scheduled for Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on August 5-17, 2025.
