Qatar basketball team concludes domestic camp with friendly against India
DOHA, July 12: The Qatar men’s national basketball team will play its second friendly match against India on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at 7 PM at Al-Gharafa Sports Club Hall. This match marks the conclusion of the second phase of their domestic training camp as part of preparations for the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup finals.
This friendly follows the technical staff’s training program, led by Turkish coach Hakan Demir, aimed at enhancing the players’ technical and physical readiness, improving team chemistry, and refining tactical strategies ahead of upcoming competitions.
Qatar began its preparatory matches with a convincing 84-58 victory over India in the first friendly on Friday, July 11, at Al-Gharafa Hall. The Maroons delivered a strong performance, showcasing technical improvement and tactical discipline, with the quarters ending 26-6, 38-23, 59-36, and 84-58.
The Qatar Basketball Federation emphasized that these friendlies are a crucial part of a comprehensive preparation program, which includes multiple stages. After the current camp, the team will head to South Korea for the third phase of continental qualifiers, scheduled from July 16 to 21, where they will play a series of test matches against other Asian teams.
The 2025 FIBA Asia Cup will be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, from August 5 to 17, featuring 16 teams. Qatar was drawn into Group A alongside Australia, South Korea, and Lebanon, with their opening match against Lebanon on August 6.
The tournament will follow a group stage format, with the top teams advancing directly to the quarterfinals, while the second and third-placed teams will compete in crossover matches to determine the remaining qualifiers, ensuring a highly competitive and thrilling event.
The Qatar Basketball Federation praised the team’s fighting spirit and discipline during the current phase and reaffirmed its commitment to providing all necessary technical and administrative support to ensure a strong national team performance in this major continental competition.
