Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, have booked their spot in the final of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket after a hard-fought 75–68 victory over Senegal in Saturday’s semifinal clash.
The win marks D’Tigress‘ fifth straight AfroBasket final appearance, as the reigning champions continue their quest for a historic fifth consecutive continental title.
Facing a resilient Senegalese side at the BK Arena in Kigali, the Nigerian team had to dig deep.
The game was tightly contested from tip-off, with both sides trading baskets and defensive stops.
But in the fourth quarter, D’Tigress pulled ahead with clutch shooting, smart ball movement, and defensive composure.
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Key performances came from Nigeria’s core of experienced players, whose leadership in critical moments made the difference.
The victory further solidifies Nigeria’s dominance in African women’s basketball and sets up a final showdown with the winner of the other semifinal between Mali and Mozambique.
Senegal and long-time rivals of Nigeria, put up a spirited fight but ultimately fell short in their bid to dethrone the four-time champions.