Nigeria’s D’Tigress proved once again why they remain the queens of African basketball, defeating arch-rivals Senegal 75–68 in a nail-biting semi-final clash at the 2025 Women’s AfroBasket in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
The encounter lived up to its billing, with both sides trading baskets in a tense opening half. But Nigeria’s depth and resilience shone through, as the defending champions tightened their defense and converted crucial points in the final quarter to seal the win.
This victory extends D’Tigress’ dominance over Senegal, their most familiar rival in continental finals, and propels them into yet another AfroBasket championship game. The Nigerian team now stands just one win away from lifting a historic sixth consecutive title.
With today’s performance, the D’Tigress have not only showcased their skill and determination but also reinforced their position as Africa’s basketball powerhouse. All eyes now turn to the final, where Nigeria will look to etch their names even deeper into the continent’s sporting history.
