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Qatar Tribune
12-05-2025
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar to host eFIBA Season 4 and 5 World Finals
Tribune News Network Doha The Qatar Basketball Federation has signed an agreement with the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) to host Season 4 and Season 5 of the eFIBA World Finals in Qatar in 2026 and 2027. This step reflects Qatar's commitment to supporting basketball and advancing the growth of esports. Taking over from the Philippines as the host of the eFIBA World Finals, it will be the first time the event will be held in the Middle East. During recent years, Qatar's strong support for esports, which includes a partnership with the Global Esports Federation, has also led to it being appointed as hosts of the Global Esports Games in 2027. The eFIBA World Finals will be held in Doha, one of the best-connected capitals in the world and one that holds a clear roadmap towards sustainability and innovation. The Finals will bring together the best e-basketball teams from around the globe as they compete for the prestigious title of eFIBA World Champion. All nations will be aiming to dethrone back-to-back champions Team USA, who were the winners of both Season 2 in Sweden and Season 3 in the Philippines. Teams will also be competing for a prize pool of $50,000, which will be distributed among the top-performing nations and individuals. Details on the final tournament format and the number of participating teams will be announced in due course, with all the action broadcast on eFIBA's official YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok channels. FIBA Secretary-General, Andreas Zagklis commented: 'The eFIBA World Finals has become an important event in its own right, but to now also have them taking place in the build up to the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 means there will be even more eyes on the competition. This is something to celebrate, since it will help to grow the competition even further.' He added 'It also clearly demonstrates once again the appetite that Qatar has for basketball - as well as a desire to embrace esports and innovation. This is very clearly aligned with FIBA's objectives; and together, we're looking forward to delivering the best eFIBA events we've ever had.' Mohammed Saad Al Meghaiseeb, President of the Qatar Basketball Federation and Director General of the Local Organizing Committee for the FIBA Basketball World Cup Qatar 2027, stated: 'It is a great honor to host the eFIBA World Finals for the first time in Qatar. This marks a significant milestone for both basketball and esports in the region. Hosting Seasons 4 and 5 aligns with our vision to foster innovation and elevate basketball culture through esports. The tournament is key in the lead-up to the FIBA World Cup 2027, and we look forward to welcoming the world's best e-basketball players and teams to Doha—reaffirming Qatar's commitment to delivering world-class sporting events and strengthening our partnership with FIBA.'
See - Sada Elbalad
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Qatar to Host eFIBA Season 4 and 5 World Finals
Mohamed Mandour The two editions of the eFIBA World Finals in 2026 and 2027 will take place in Qatar, as the country further underpins its commitment to both basketball and the development of esports. Taking over from the Philippines as the host of the eFIBA World Finals, it will be the first time the event will be held in the Middle East. During recent years, Qatar's strong support for esports, which includes a partnership with the Global Esports Federation, has also led to it being appointed as hosts of the Global Esports Games in 2027. The eFIBA World Finals will be held in Doha, one of the best-connected capitals in the world and one that holds a clear roadmap towards sustainability and innovation. The Finals will bring together the best e-basketball teams from around the globe as they compete for the prestigious title of eFIBA World Champion. All nations will be aiming to dethrone back-to-back champions Team USA, who were the winners of both Season 2 in Sweden and Season 3 in the Philippines. Teams will also be competing for a prize pool of $50,000, which will be distributed among the top-performing nations and individuals. read more Japan Stun Spain 2-1 to Qualify for World Cup Last 16 World Cup 2022: Get to Know Confirmed Line-ups of Japan and Spain Group E Decider Saudi Arabia Bid Farewell to World Cup after 2-1 Loss to Mexico Tunisia Achieve Historic Win over France but Fail to Qualify Tunisia to Clash against France in World Cup Sports Get to Know Squad of Group D Teams in World Cup Sports Al Ahly Gift EGP 70,000 to Players After Claiming Egyptian Super Cup Title Sports Bencharki Hits First 2 Goals with Al Jazira Since Leaving Zamalek Sports Arsenal Possible Line-up for Nottingham Forest News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War
