Australia will enter the tournament as the reigning champions, having clinched the title by defeating Lebanon in the 2022 final. The competition promises high-octane basketball as powerhouses like China, Iran, Philippines, and Japan join the quest for continental glory.
📅 FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Fixtures & Schedule
Below is the day-wise match schedule for the FIBA Asia Cup 2025. All timings are as per AST (Arabian Standard Time).
| Date | Tip-off | Fixture |
|---|---|---|
| Tue, Aug 5 | 11 am | Group D: New Zealand vs Iraq |
| 2 pm | Group C: Jordan vs India | |
| 6 pm | Group C: China vs Saudi Arabia | |
| 9 pm | Group C: Chinese Taipei vs Philippines | |
| Wed, Aug 6 | 11 am | Group A: Australia vs South Korea |
| 2 pm | Group B: Japan vs Syria | |
| 6 pm | Group B: Guam vs Iran | |
| 9 pm | Group A: Qatar vs Lebanon | |
| Thu, Aug 7 | 11 am | Group C: India vs China |
| 2 pm | Group D: Iraq vs Chinese Taipei | |
| 6 pm | Group D: Philippines vs New Zealand | |
| 9 pm | Group C: Saudi Arabia vs Jordan | |
| Fri, Aug 8 | 11 am | Group A: South Korea vs Qatar |
| 2 pm | Group B: Iran vs Japan | |
| 6 pm | Group A: Lebanon vs Australia | |
| 9 pm | Group B: Syria vs Guam | |
| Sat, Aug 9 | 11 am | Group D: Iraq vs Philippines |
| 2 pm | Group C: China vs Jordan | |
| 6 pm | Group C: India vs Saudi Arabia | |
| 9 pm | Group D: Chinese Taipei vs New Zealand | |
| Sun, Aug 10 | 11 am | Group A: Qatar vs Australia |
| 2 pm | Group B: Guam vs Japan | |
| 6 pm | Group A: South Korea vs Lebanon | |
| 9 pm | Group B: Syria vs Iran |
FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Schedule PDF.
🔥 Knockout Stage – Elimination & Finals
| Date | Stage | Matchup |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Aug 11 | Elimination Game | C2 vs D3 & D2 vs C3 |
| Tue, Aug 12 | Elimination Game | A2 vs B3 & B2 vs A3 |
| Wed, Aug 13 | Quarter-Finals | A1 vs TBC & B1 vs TBC |
| Thu, Aug 14 | Quarter-Finals | C1 vs TBC & D1 vs TBC |
| Sat, Aug 16 | Semi-Finals | TBC vs TBC (2 matches) |
| Sun, Aug 17 | Grand Final | TBC vs TBC |
🏀 Key Highlights of the Tournament
- 16 elite teams competing for Asia’s top basketball crown.
- All matches to be held at a single venue in Jeddah.
- Australia defends its title amidst tough competition.
- Fixture timings are in AST (Arabian Standard Time).
- Elimination Rounds and Knockouts commence from 11th August onwards.
📝 Conclusion
The FIBA Asia Cup 2025 is set to deliver intense basketball battles as Asia’s best teams clash in Saudi Arabia. With a well-structured fixture list and competitive lineup, fans can expect non-stop action from 5th to 17th August 2025.
