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CRBT crash Kriol Stars’ home debut with landmark victory

Kriol Star’s international home debut ended in heartbreak, as the Cape Verdean champions fell 94–92 to Mali’s Centre de Référence de Basketball de Tombouctou (CRBT) despite a late comeback effort at the Vava Duarte Gymnasium.

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November 13, 2025

CRBT crash Kriol Stars’ home debut with landmark victory

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October 20, 2025

CRBT Assert Dominance in Bamako, Crush CFG 74–51 to Announce Road to BAL 2026 Intent

CRBT dominated from start to finish, defeating CFG 74–51 in Bamako’s Palais des Sports. With sharp shooting, relentless defence, and a commanding 26-point halftime lead, the Malian side set the tone early, establishing themselves as strong contenders in Road to BAL 2026.

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October 19, 2025

Al Ahly Benghazi Flex Their Continental Muscle Outlast and Keep CRBT at Bay, 77–66

Al Ahly Benghazi showcased dominance and composure in Bamako, defeating hosts CRBT 77–66 in the Road to BAL 2026. Led by Sofian Hamad’s 18 points, the Libyan champions controlled every quarter, proving their experience and intent to conquer Group A.

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October 18, 2025

Al Ahly Benghazi Outclass and Outgun Centre Federal de Guinée 88-60 to Begin Road to BAL Campaign

2024 Basketball Africa League finalists Al Ahly Benghazi tipped off their Road to BAL campaign, crushing Centre Federal de Guinée 88-60. With the help of Sofian Hamad's 22 points and former NBA guard Miye Oni's 14 points, the Libyan powerhouse announced their arrival in the tournament.

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October 17, 2025

CRBT Outlast ASD in 63–54 Thriller to Open Road to BAL Group A in Style!

Centre de Référence de Basketball de Tombouctou (CRBT) battled past AS Douanes Burkina Faso 63–54 in a gritty Road to BAL 2026 opener. Behind Binaly Toure’s dominance and tough defence, the Malian hosts showed heart, composure, and intent to qualify for the Elite 16 in Tombouctou.

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September 14, 2025

U16 AfroBasket Women: Cameroon Stuns Mali 55-53 to Secure Bronze Medal

Cameroon completed a thrilling 55-53 comeback over defending champions Mali to claim bronze at the 2025 FIBA U16 Women’s AfroBasket. Key fourth-quarter heroics from Samnick, Mbaha and Messina powered the historic victory in Kigali, Rwanda.

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September 14, 2025

U16 AfroBasket Men: Mali Clinch Bronze Medal with Thrilling 58-51 Victory

Mali’s U16 men secured bronze at the 2025 FIBA AfroBasket, defeating Egypt 58-51. Clutch plays, defensive intensity, and key performances from Keita, Doumbia, and Ballo propelled Mali, reinforcing their status as one of Africa’s top youth basketball development programs.

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September 14, 2025

U16 AfroBasket Men: Cameroon Edge Mali 61-56 to Reach First-Ever Final

Cameroon chase a first-ever title, aiming to surpass all senior AfroBasket achievements. Mali, meanwhile, face familiar rivals Egypt, with their 10-match history split evenly and the West Africans claiming a 67-62 group-stage victory this year.

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September 14, 2025

U16 AfroBasket Women: Côte d’Ivoire Stun Mali to End an Era at the FIBA U16 Women’s AfroBasket

Côte d’Ivoire shocked eight-time champions Mali 45–40 in the U16 Women’s AfroBasket semi-finals, ending Mali’s historic dominance. The Ivorians’ resilience secured their first-ever final appearance and a ticket to the 2026 FIBA U16 Women’s World Cup, marking a new era.

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September 14, 2025

U16 AfroBasket Women: Morocco Ends Campaign In Kigali With A Win Over Guinea

Morocco secured their second classification round win at the 2025 FIBA U16 Women’s AfroBasket, defeating Guinea 66-50. Douae Laachir dominated the paint with 14 rebounds and five blocks, while Morocco excelled in fast breaks, turnovers, and bench contributions.

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September 13, 2025

U16 AfroBasket Men: Mali Zooms Into Final Four With Crucial Win Over Tunisia

Mali edged Tunisia 73-70 to reach the FIBA U16 AfroBasket 2025 semifinals, staying unbeaten. Adama Sima posted a 13-point double-double, while Moustapha Doumbia’s clutch late basket sealed victory as Mali capitalised on turnovers and fast breaks to advance.

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September 13, 2025

U16 AfroBasket Men: Cameroon Edge Uganda in Nail-Biting Quarter-Final to Reach Final Four

Cameroon edged Uganda 53-50 in a tense FIBA U16 AfroBasket 2025 quarterfinal, securing a historic semifinal berth on debut. Led by Nolan Ngangmeni and Oliver Ngoumou’s dominance, the Central Africans moved closer to a potential U17 World Cup qualification.