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India U18 basketball beats Kazakhstan to reach knockout stage of FIBA Asia Cup
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🗓 19 Aug 2026, 09:49 AM
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The Indian U18 men's basketball squad edged Kazakhstan in a tight Group D match, securing third place and a spot in the next round of the 2026 FIBA Asia Cup.
The Indian under‑18 men's basketball team recorded a narrow victory over Kazakhstan in the final group match of the FIBA U18 Asia Cup 2026. The win lifted India to third place in Group D, allowing the young side to progress to the tournament's next phase.
By defeating Kazakhstan, India earned the right to face Iran in the upcoming knockout fixture, a game that will decide which team moves on to the quarter‑finals. The encounter with Iran is scheduled for Thursday.
The result marks the first win for the Indian squad in the competition, ending a series of challenging games in the group stage and boosting confidence ahead of the decisive clash.
Coach and officials praised the players' composure under pressure, noting that the performance reflects the growing depth of youth basketball in the country.
By defeating Kazakhstan, India earned the right to face Iran in the upcoming knockout fixture, a game that will decide which team moves on to the quarter‑finals. The encounter with Iran is scheduled for Thursday.
The result marks the first win for the Indian squad in the competition, ending a series of challenging games in the group stage and boosting confidence ahead of the decisive clash.
Coach and officials praised the players' composure under pressure, noting that the performance reflects the growing depth of youth basketball in the country.