Advancement of Australia and Iran to the quarterfinals of the FIBA Asia Cup announced
FIBA Asia Cup 2025: Quarterfinals Set After Exciting Matchups
The FIBA Asia Cup 2025 is heating up in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, as the quarterfinals are set to begin on Wednesday. The tournament, which is hosted by Saudi Arabia, has seen some thrilling games so far, and the quarterfinals promise to deliver more of the same.
In the first quarterfinal match, Australia faced off against the Philippines. The Boomers, who won Group A with a perfect 3-0 record, continued their dominance, defeating the Philippines 84–60. This victory secured Australia's place in the semifinals.
In another exciting matchup, Iran took on Chinese Taipei. The three-time Asia Cup champions, who won Group B with a perfect 3-0 record, narrowly defeated Chinese Taipei 78–75. Iran's victory sets them up for a semifinal clash against the winner of the Saudi Arabia vs. Philippines matchup on Monday.
Chinese Taipei entered the game against Jordan with a 2-1 record, having beaten the Philippines and Iraq before losing to New Zealand. Jordan, who finished third in Group C with a 1-2 record, managed to secure their only win against India. However, it was Chinese Taipei who emerged victorious, setting up a quarterfinal showdown against Iran.
The winner of the Saudi Arabia vs. Philippines game will determine the third-placed team in Group A and their opponent in the quarterfinals. Saudi Arabia, who is hosting the qualification round, has been making waves in the tournament, but they will face a tough challenge against the Philippines, who are also participating in the qualification round.
Meanwhile, Japan secured second place in Group B with a 3-0 record, defeating Guam 102-63. South Korea reached the final phase of the tournament with a 3-0 record, finishing first in Group A. They will face the third-placed team from Group B, Guam, in the qualification to quarter-finals. Syria, who finished Group B with a 0-3 record, was eliminated from the tournament.
The FIBA Asia Cup 2025 has been a thrilling tournament so far, and the quarterfinals promise to deliver more of the same. Be sure to tune in to catch all the action as the remaining teams battle it out for a chance to be crowned the Asia Cup champion.
