AfroBasket 2025: D’Tigers Stun Defending Champions Tunisia in Dominant 87-66 Victory

Nigeria’s D’Tigers have sent a strong warning to the rest of Africa after dismantling defending champions Tunisia 87-66 in their second group game at the 2025 Men’s AfroBasket on Friday.

The West Africans flew out of the blocks, storming to an early 10-0 lead before wrapping up the first quarter 29-16. By halftime, they had tightened their grip on the contest, stretching the advantage to 48-33.

Tunisia, renowned for their resilience, tried to mount a comeback in the third quarter, but Nigeria’s energy and precision proved too much. The scoreboard read 68-47 going into the final quarter, and the D’Tigers closed the show with confidence, sealing a memorable win.

Up next, Nigeria faces Cameroon on Sunday in their final group match — a clash that could determine top spot and momentum heading into the knockout rounds.

Opinion:
This wasn’t just a win; it was a statement. Beating the reigning champions by 21 points isn’t common in basketball, and the way D’Tigers controlled every quarter shows a team in sync, hungry, and fearless. The blend of fast breaks, sharp shooting, and relentless defense is exactly the kind of basketball fans have been yearning to see from Nigeria.

If they can carry this same intensity into the game against Cameroon — and beyond — the dream of reclaiming the AfroBasket title may be more than just optimism; it might be destiny in the making.