Indian Basketball Teams Gear Up for FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup 2025
The Indian men’s and women’s basketball teams are all set to kick off their campaigns at the FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup 2025 in Singapore, with the qualifying rounds commencing on Wednesday. This event marks an exciting opportunity for the teams to prove their mettle on the international stage.
Qualifying Rounds and Group Standings
A total of 12 teams, divided into four groups, will compete in the main draw of each men’s and women’s competition. The Indian teams, however, will start from the qualifying rounds.
The Men’s Team: Pool B of the Qualifying Round
The Indian men’s 3×3 basketball team, ranked world No. 67, will face formidable opponents in Pool B of the qualifying round. They are up against the Republic of Korea (world No. 62), Macau China (world No. 125), and the Philippines (world No. 37). The team is comprised of the incredible talent of Harsh Dagar, Arvind Muthu, Pranav Prince and Kushal Singh. The winner of this pool will secure a spot in the main draw, where they will face the People’s Republic of China and Chinese Taipei in Pool B. The top two teams from the main draw pools qualify for the quarter-finals of the tournament.
The Women’s Team: Pool B of the Qualifying Round
The Indian women’s 3×3 basketball team, currently ranked 68th in the world, will begin their journey in Pool B of the qualifying round which includes Hong Kong China (world No. 78), Chinese Taipei (world No. 49) and Guam (world No. 180). This team will consist of strong players including Gulabsha Ali, Aneesha Cleetus, Priyanka Prabhakara and Sreekala Rani. The winner of this pool will advance to the main draw, joining Mongolia and Thailand in Pool B of the main round.
General Overview
While the Indian men’s team still needs to secure their first victory at the FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup, the women’s team has already made history by winning the inaugural edition in 2013. This tournament promises to be an exciting showcase of skill, strategy, and the passion for 3×3 basketball.
How to Watch
Basketball fans in India can catch all the live action of the FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup 2025 through its live streaming on FIBA3x3 – The 3×3 Basketball Channel on YouTube. However, note that the tournament will not be telecast live on TV.
Schedule for Indian Teams
Indian Women’s 3×3 Basketball Schedule
- Wednesday: March 26, 9:05 AM India vs Hong Kong China
- Thursday: March 27, 9:15 AM Chinese Taipei vs India
- Thursday: March 27, 2:10 PM India vs Guam
Indian Men’s 3×3 Basketball Schedule
The Indian men’s basketball team has a rigorous Wednesday and Thursday ahead:
- Wednesday: March 26, 10:05 AM India vs South Korea
- Wednesday: March 26, 4:25 PM Macau China vs India
- Thursday: March 27, 10:05 AM India vs Philippines
FAQ: FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup 2025
- How can I watch the FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup 2025 live in India?
- The FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup 2025 will be available on live streaming in India on FIBA3x3 – The 3×3 Basketball Channel on YouTube but will not be telecast live on any TV channel in India.