D’Tigress Book Final Spot With Thrilling 75-68 Win Over Senegal
By Sportsgister
Nigeria’s D’Tigress has secured a spot in the final of the 2025 Women’s AfroBasket after a hard-fought 75-68 semi-final victory over Senegal.
This win marks the team’s ninth consecutive victory over their West African rivals.
Under the guidance of coach Rena Wakama, D’Tigress remains unbeaten in their last 28 outings in the Women’s AfroBasket.
The team is on course for a record-breaking fifth consecutive title.
The match got off to a rocky start for Nigeria, with Senegal taking an early 11-2 lead.
However, D’Tigress rallied to take control, leading 22-17 at the end of the first quarter. They maintained their dominance in the second quarter, heading into half-time with a 43-37 lead.
The Senegalese team staged a remarkable comeback in the third quarter, edging it 54-50.
However, D’Tigress regained their composure in the decisive final quarter, outscoring their opponents to emerge victorious 75-68.
With this win, D’Tigress sets the stage for an exciting final match.
The team will look to capitalize on their momentum and bring home their fifth consecutive AfroBasket title.
Sedara Philip is a Sports writer, an administrator,Journalist,and editor
