Saudi And Jordan Teams Eliminated From FIBA Asia Cup Quarterfinals

Saudi And Jordan Teams Eliminated From FIBA Asia Cup Quarterfinals

Post by : Bianca Qureshi

Aug. 12, 2025 1:02 p.m. 564

The FIBA Asia Cup quarterfinal matches took place today in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Two well-known basketball teams from the region — Saudi Arabia and Jordan — faced tough challenges in their games. Unfortunately, both teams lost their matches and have now been eliminated from the tournament. This means their journey in this year's FIBA Asia Cup has come to an end.

Saudi Arabia vs. The Philippines: A Tough Battle

Saudi Arabia played a very close and exciting match against the Philippines. Both teams showed great skill and determination throughout the game. The fans in Jeddah watched with great interest as the teams fought hard for every point.

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In the end, the Philippines won with a score of 95-88. It was a close finish, but the Philippines managed to score more points in the final minutes. Saudi Arabia gave their best, but it was not enough to take the win.

This was a very important match because it decided which team would move forward in the FIBA Asia Cup. For Saudi Arabia, losing this game meant they were out of the competition. For the Philippines, the victory meant they could continue to compete for the championship.

Jordan’s Game Against Chinese Taipei

At the same time, Jordan was playing its quarterfinal match against Chinese Taipei. Jordan hoped to win and advance in the tournament, but Chinese Taipei played a strong and smart game.

Chinese Taipei managed to control the game and scored well throughout the match. Jordan tried hard to catch up but was not able to close the gap. The final score was 78-64 in favor of Chinese Taipei.

This loss meant Jordan’s hopes in the FIBA Asia Cup were over. The team will now look forward to their next competitions and work on improving for future tournaments.

What Happens Next? The Teams Moving Forward

With these results, the Philippines and Chinese Taipei will move on to the next round of the FIBA Asia Cup.

  • The Philippines will now face Australia, who finished as the leaders of Group A. Australia has been a strong team throughout the tournament, so this match will be a big challenge for the Philippines.

  • Chinese Taipei will compete against Iran, the leaders of Group B. Iran has also been playing very well and will be a tough opponent.

These upcoming matches will be exciting to watch as the teams fight to reach the semifinals and ultimately, the final of the tournament.

Why These Matches Were Important

The FIBA Asia Cup is one of the most important basketball tournaments in Asia. Teams from different countries come together to compete and show their best skills. The quarterfinals are a critical stage because only the winning teams can move on to the later rounds.

For Saudi Arabia and Jordan, losing at this stage means they have to wait until the next FIBA Asia Cup or other international events to try again. For basketball fans in their countries, it is disappointing, but it also shows the level of competition in the tournament.

How the Teams Played

Both Saudi Arabia and Jordan gave strong performances. Saudi Arabia’s match was very close, showing they can compete well with other top teams. Jordan fought hard but could not keep up with Chinese Taipei’s pace.

The Philippines and Chinese Taipei showed strong teamwork, good defense, and excellent scoring, which helped them secure their wins. Their success means they are currently some of the best teams in the tournament.

The Venue: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

The quarterfinal games took place in Jeddah, a city in Saudi Arabia. Hosting such a big basketball event was exciting for the country and the city. Fans enjoyed watching international teams play live and supported their home team, Saudi Arabia, with great enthusiasm.

Even though Saudi Arabia lost, hosting the games gave a chance for basketball lovers in the region to enjoy high-level matches and learn more about the sport.

Looking Forward to the Next Matches

Now, all eyes will be on the Philippines vs. Australia game and the Chinese Taipei vs. Iran game. These matches will be tough and full of excitement.

The winners of these games will move to the semifinals and get closer to becoming the FIBA Asia Cup champions.

Basketball fans will be eager to watch the skills, strategies, and teamwork from these top Asian teams.

Today’s quarterfinal matches in the FIBA Asia Cup ended with Saudi Arabia and Jordan being eliminated after their losses. The Philippines and Chinese Taipei will continue their journey in the tournament, facing strong teams like Australia and Iran next.

The competition is becoming more intense, and the next games will show which teams are ready to fight for the championship title.

Basketball in Asia is growing stronger, and this tournament highlights the talents of players across the continent.

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