Publication date: 24 Jul 2025
The Basketball Asia Cup (FIBA Asia Cup) is the premier continental basketball tournament for national teams in Asia. First held in 1960, it has since evolved into a highlight of the Asian basketball calendar. The event takes place every four years under the auspices of FIBA Asia, the Asian division of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA).
Learn more about the championship on the official FIBA Asia website.
2025 FIBA Asia Cup
The 2025 Basketball Asia Cup will take place from August 5th to 17th, 2025, hosted by Iran with Tehran serving as the main organizing city. Sixteen top national teams from Asia and Oceania will compete. Divided into four groups of four teams each. The games will be held at the Azadi Indoor Stadium, the largest arena in the capital.
In addition, the tournament winner will claim the title of Asian Champion and secure qualification for the Olympic Qualifying Tournament, if necessary.
Participants and Favorites
Teams advancing to the final round of the 2025 Basketball Asia Cup will emerge from regional qualifying rounds. Meanwhile, the definitive participant list will be confirmed in spring 2025.
Analysts highlight the following top contenders:
- Australia: The reigning champion and consistent favorite in recent tournaments.
- Iran: Host nation and multiple-time Asia Cup winner (last title in 2013).
- China: With 16 titles, although with inconsistent performances recently.
- Philippines: Rising star with a strong player pool and passionate fanbase.
Participation of other strong teams is anticipated, including South Korea, Japan, New Zealand, and Jordan.
Tournament History
The first edition of the Basketball Asia Cup took place in Manila, Philippines, in 1960. Initially held biennially, it was originally called the Asian Basketball Championship and later renamed the FIBA Asia Cup. China holds the record for the most titles, with 16 victories. Throughout its history, the tournament has been hosted in various countries, including the Philippines, Japan, Iran, Qatar, Lebanon, and others.
Tournament Winners Over the Past Three Years
| Year | Venue | Winner |
| 2022 | Indonesia | Australia |
| 2017 | Lebanon | Australia |
| 2015 | China | China |
2029 FIBA Asia Cup
Currently, there is no official announcement regarding the host location for the 2029 FIBA Asia Cup.
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