Saudi Arabia secures victory over Jordan with a thrilling score of 77-73, preserving their hopes in the tournament.
Saudi Arabia's basketball team is making waves in the FIBA Asia Cup 2025, with a recent victory over Jordan securing their place in the competition. The team's 77-73 triumph at the King Abdullah Sports Center improved their Group C standing to 2-1, putting them in a strong position to advance to the second round as the group’s second-place team [1][3].
Key players in the win included Muhammad-Ali Abdur-Rahkman, who scored 25 points with eight rebounds and seven assists, and Mohammed Alsuwailem, who had a double-double with 14 points and 15 rebounds [1]. Interestingly, only two players, Abdur-Rahkman and Alsuwailem, finished in double digits for the team's scoring, with eight other players contributing with single-digit scores [2].
The team's next challenge comes in the form of India, who have an 0-3 record, on Saturday at 6 p.m. local time. This game is crucial for Saudi Arabia to maintain their winning momentum and secure the second-place spot in Group C, which is necessary to proceed to the second round of the tournament [1].
As it stands, China has already qualified for the quarterfinals by sweeping the group, Jordan and India have already fallen behind, making Saudi Arabia’s next match decisive [2][3]. The current standings in Group C after the matches are:
- China: 3-0 (clinched first place and outright quarterfinal berth)
- Saudi Arabia: 2-1 (battling for the second spot to advance)
- Jordan: 1-2
- India: 0-3
The FIBA Asia Cup tournament is far from over for Saudi Arabia, and their journey continues as they aim to sustain their winning ways and boost their chances of securing the No. 2 spot in Group C. Their upcoming match against India will be a significant test of their progress in the tournament [1].
Meanwhile, other exciting matches are scheduled for Friday at the Al-Jawhara Hall in King Abdullah Sports City. Korea will play Qatar, with both teams seeking their first win and second-round qualification. The third match is between Lebanon and Australia, with the winner securing the top spot in Group A and a direct ticket to the second round [2].
In the Group B contest, Iran plays Japan, both teams fighting for the top spot in the group. The final match is between Syria and Guam, with both teams seeking their first win and qualification to the second round [2].
[1] Saudi Arabia defeat Jordan to keep hopes alive in FIBA Asia Cup
[2] FIBA Asia Cup 2025: Match schedule, results, and standings
[3] Saudi Arabia aim to secure second spot in Group C
- The sports world, including Arabian regions such as Saudi Arabia, is buzzing with news about the nation's basketball team, currently making strides in the FIBA Asia Cup 2025.
- Besides basketball, the Art world in Arabia is also flourishing, with various exhibitions and events showcasing local and international artistic talents.
- In other sports news from Saudi Arabia, the upcoming match against India in the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 is crucial for maintaining their winning momentum and securing the second-place spot in Group C.
- Meanwhile, the Middle Eastern region is not just about sports and art; the countries are also participating in various competitions in the FIBA Asia Cup 2025, such as Korea against Qatar and Lebanon against Australia in different groups.
