Fixtures

DateRHome vs Away-
11/21 04:00 3 Thailand vs Australia View
11/21 04:00 3 South Korea vs Indonesia View
11/21 04:00 3 Chinese Taipei vs Hong Kong View
11/21 04:00 3 Philippines vs New Zealand View
11/21 04:00 3 China vs Guam View
11/21 04:00 3 Japan vs Mongolia View
11/22 04:00 3 Iraq vs Jordan View
11/22 04:00 3 Palestine vs Saudi Arabia View
11/22 04:00 3 Iran vs Kazakhstan View
11/22 04:00 3 India vs Qatar View
11/22 04:00 3 Bahrain vs Syria View
11/22 04:00 3 Lebanon vs UAE View

Results

Date R Home vs Away -
02/26 19:00 2 [2] Lebanon vs Bahrain [3] 94-63
02/26 17:00 2 [4] Palestine vs Iraq [3] 72-75
02/26 16:30 2 [2] Saudi Arabia vs Jordan [1] 64-79
02/26 16:00 2 [4] Qatar vs Kazakhstan [2] 68-73
02/26 15:00 2 [3] UAE vs Syria [4] 63-78
02/26 12:30 2 [4] India vs Iran [2] 53-86
02/25 13:00 2 [4] Indonesia vs Australia [3] 51-106
02/25 11:30 2 [2] Philippines vs Chinese Taipei [4] 106-53
02/25 07:00 2 [4] Mongolia vs Guam [3] 63-74
02/25 06:00 2 [3] South Korea vs Thailand [1] 96-62
02/25 05:00 2 [2] Japan vs China [1] 76-73
02/25 03:30 2 [2] New Zealand vs Hong Kong [4] 88-49

Wikipedia - FIBA Asia Cup

The FIBA Asia Cup (formerly the FIBA Asia Championship and ABC Championship) is an international basketball tournament which takes place every four years between the men's national teams of Asia and Oceania.

Through the 2015 edition, the tournament took place every two years and was also a qualifying tournament for the FIBA World Cup and the Olympic basketball tournament. However, since 2017, the tournament was renamed the FIBA Asia Cup and now includes teams from FIBA Oceania. Also, it was the first to be played on a new four-year cycle, and is no longer a part of the qualifying process for the World Cup or the Olympics.

History

Beginnings: Philippines/Japan dominance

The Asian Basketball Confederation (ABC) Championship was inaugurated in Manila in 1960. The championship was held to find Asia's best team and for qualification to the World Championship and the Olympics. On the next four tournaments, the Philippines won 3 with the Japanese beating the Filipinos in 1965. Korea, Japan and the Philippines split the next 3 championships until China debuted in 1975 at Bangkok with the championship, where they have dominated for 40 years.

Chinese dominance

Right after the Philippines had started sending amateur players when the Philippine Basketball Association was established in 1975 as the first professional basketball league in Asia and therefore not allowed to lend the country's best players,[] China emerged as the new dominant country in Asian basketball.

From 1975 to 2007, there were only two instances where China did not win the championship. In 1985, the Philippines defeated a full-strength Chinese team, which were by then five-time defending champions, in the championship round. The Chinese then won every game in the championship until 1997, where they to lost to South Korea in the semi-finals where they complained about the climate in Riyadh.[] The Koreans beat the Japanese in the final, but the Chinese would then start a championship streak of four tournaments, led by Yao Ming.

Renaming

By 2005, the tournament had been renamed as the FIBA Asia Championship; in that year's tournament in Doha, the Chinese easily won against the Lebanese in the final. During the 2007 championship, the Chinese did not send their "A" team since they had already qualified to the Olympics by virtue of hosting it. In this championship, West Asian teams started to compete with the traditional East Asian powers, as evidenced of an all-West Asian final when Iran defeated Lebanon. In 2009, Iran defeated the Chinese team A in the 2009 final to become only the 3rd team to successfully defend the championship. The 2009 championship started a streak of finals contested between a team from the Middle East and a team from the Far East; in 2011, Iran was eliminated by Jordan in the quarterfinals, which would then lose to hosts China by one point in the final. The 2013 championship would be the first to be hosted outside East Asia since 2005 in the Philippines, the hosts, emerged as finalists; China had been eliminated by Chinese Taipei in the quarterfinals, which were then defeated by the Iranians, who then beat the Filipinos in the Final.

Removal of qualification status

As FIBA implemented a new cycle and tournament format, the 2013 FIBA Asia Championship held in Manila and the 2015 FIBA Asia Championship held in Changsha were the last Asian Championships to serve as qualification to either the FIBA Basketball World Cup and the Olympic Games, respectively. The 2017 FIBA Asia Championship marked firsts and lasts for the Asian Championship, as it was the first Asian Championship as a standalone tournament, meaning it did not serve as the qualifier for either the Basketball World Cup or the Olympic Games. The 2017 tournament was the last Asian Championships to be ever held under a 2-year cycle. After 2017, the Asian Championships and the FIBA Oceania Championship merged into a tournament to be known as the FIBA Asia Cup. It was held every 4 years like the EuroBasket, AfroBasket and AmeriCup, which are held 2 years before/after the FIBA World Cup.

The FIBA Asia Cup Qualification is an exhilarating basketball tournament that brings together the top national teams from the Asian continent. This highly anticipated event serves as a platform for teams to showcase their skills, determination, and passion for the game, as they battle it out for a coveted spot in the prestigious FIBA Asia Cup.

The tournament features a thrilling format, with teams competing in a series of intense matches to secure their place in the FIBA Asia Cup. The participating nations, renowned for their rich basketball traditions, bring their best players to the court, creating an atmosphere of fierce competition and electrifying performances.

The FIBA Asia Cup Qualification showcases the incredible talent and athleticism of Asian basketball, with teams displaying their unique playing styles, strategic prowess, and exceptional teamwork. The fast-paced action, high-flying dunks, precise shooting, and impressive defensive plays keep fans on the edge of their seats throughout the tournament.

As the teams battle it out on the court, the tournament also serves as a platform for cultural exchange and camaraderie among nations. Players and fans alike come together to celebrate the sport they love, fostering a sense of unity and friendship that transcends borders.

The FIBA Asia Cup Qualification is not only a thrilling basketball spectacle but also a crucial stepping stone for teams aiming to compete at the highest level. The tournament provides an opportunity for emerging talents to shine and make a name for themselves, while established stars showcase their skills and leadership.

With its rich history and tradition, the FIBA Asia Cup Qualification has become a must-watch event for basketball enthusiasts around the world. The tournament's intense competition, incredible athleticism, and passionate fan base make it an unforgettable experience for players and spectators alike.