Nigeria’s D’Tigress edged out Senegal in a thrilling semi-final encounter at the 2025 Women’s AfroBasket, securing a 75–68 victory on Saturday in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
The win sends Nigeria to their fifth consecutive AfroBasket final, as they continue their pursuit of a historic fifth straight title.
D’Tigress remain unbeaten in the tournament since 2015, extending their winning streak to 28 games.
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Despite trailing by eight points at the start of the fourth quarter, the Nigerian side mounted a stunning comeback, showcasing the resilience and dominance that have defined their decade-long reign in African women’s basketball.
They will face the winner of the Mali vs. South Sudan semi-final in Sunday’s championship game, scheduled for August 3.
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