By Abdulrahman Samer | Pressbee
JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia — The Qatar national basketball team faces a do-or-die test on Sunday as it takes on reigning champions Australia in the third and final group-stage game of the FIBA Asia Cup 2025. The tournament is being held in Saudi Arabia and runs until August 17.
For Qatar, the equation is simple: win or go home. After back-to-back defeats — 80-84 to Lebanon and 83-97 to South Korea. the team sits bottom of Group A with two points. Victory over Australia is essential to keep alive their hopes of advancing to the knockout rounds.
 
Match Date and Time
The Group A clash tips off on Sunday, August 10, 2025 at the following local times:
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8:00 PM — Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia
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9:00 PM — Sudan, Libya
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10:00 PM — Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Kuwait, Iraq, Bahrain, Palestine
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11:00 PM — UAE, Oman
 
Where to Watch
The game will be broadcast live on beIN Sports and other official rights-holding networks, with Arabic commentary and full HD coverage. Fans can also stream the match via the channels’ official digital platforms for on-the-go viewing.
 
Group Standings Before the Game
Australia – 4 points
Lebanon – 3 points
South Korea – 3 points
Qatar – 2 points
 
Team Form and Key Players
Australia has been dominant so far, opening the tournament with a 97-61 rout of South Korea before beating Lebanon 93-80. Known for their physical play and rapid transitions, the Boomers are once again favorites to lift the trophy.
Qatar, coached by Turkish tactician Hakan Demir, will look to tighten its defense and reduce turnovers — weaknesses that have cost them dearly in earlier games. Key contributors include Brandon Goodwin, Abdulrahman Saad, Zein Eldin Badri, and the towering presence of Alen Hadzibegovic in the paint.
 
Why This Match Matters
While Australia is already eyeing the knockout rounds, Qatar’s tournament fate hinges on this game. A win against the defending champions would not only boost their qualification chances but also mark one of the most memorable moments in the nation’s basketball history.
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