D’Tigress Roar to Historic Fifth Consecutive AfroBasket Crown

Nigeria’s D’Tigress clinched their fifth consecutive Women’s AfroBasket title, defeating Mali 78-64 in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, on August 3, 2025. This victory extends their 29-game unbeaten streak since 2015, solidifying their dominance. Under coach Rena Wakama, the first woman to win back-to-back titles, D’Tigress showed resilience. They trailed early, leveled by halftime, then dominated with strong defense and sharp offense. Amy Okonkwo, the MVP, and Ezinne Kalu shone, surpassing Senegal’s four-title streak and earning a 2026 FIBA World Cup qualifier spot. Fans and President Bola Tinubu celebrated the win. This triumph cements D’Tigress as African basketball’s queens, blending skill, grit, and historic flair.

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