Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, have once again stamped their authority on the African basketball scene, clinching their fifth consecutive AfroBasket Women title in Kigali, Rwanda.
Newsonspot reports that in a gripping final showdown on Sunday night, the reigning champions outclassed a determined Malian side with a dominant 78-64 victory, claiming their seventh AfroBasket title overall.
With this historic win, D’Tigress have set a new continental record, becoming the first African nation – male or female – to win five AfroBasket titles in a row. Their dominance has redefined excellence in African women’s basketball.
Even more impressive, the Nigerian team is now on a 29-game unbeaten run in AfroBasket competition, a feat that stretches back to 2015 and remains unmatched on the continent.
Driven by a powerhouse lineup of seasoned players and emerging stars, D’Tigress overcame fierce resistance from Mali to add yet another glorious chapter to their legacy – a true triumph of resilience, talent, and teamwork.
