D’Tigers Thrash Rwanda to Complete Perfect 2026 World Cup Qualifying Campaign

senior men’s basketball team, the D’Tigers, produced a dominant performance as they defeated Rwanda to conclude the 2026 FIBA World Cup African qualifiers with a perfect record.

The Nigerians recorded a comprehensive victory in their final game of the window, maintaining an unbeaten run across all their matches and confirming their strong position in the African basketball landscape.

The result caps an impressive qualifying campaign for the D’Tigers, who have shown consistency, defensive solidity, and attacking flair throughout the series.

Coach has been widely praised for the team’s organisation and the depth of the squad, which allowed Nigeria to navigate the qualifiers without dropping a single game.

With the perfect record, Nigeria has positioned itself as one of the leading African contenders for a place at the 2027 FIBA World Cup.

The victory over Rwanda also boosts the team’s confidence as they prepare for the next phase of international competitions.

Basketball stakeholders in Nigeria have welcomed the result, describing it as a significant step in the continued growth of the sport in the country.

The D’Tigers will now shift focus to further preparation and possible friendly games as they aim to sustain this momentum ahead of future assignments.

This strong qualifying window adds to Nigeria’s growing reputation in African basketball, following consistent performances in recent tournaments including the FIBA AfroBasket.