The D’Tigress have advanced to the FIBA 2023 Women’s AfroBasket championship final.
They defeated Rwanda 79-48 in the semi-final match on Thursday, securing their fourth consecutive berth in the competition’s final.
Rena Wakama’s girls dominated the first quarter, outscoring the hosts 22-6. Nigeria led at the halftime break with 26 points.
But in the third quarter, Rwanda reduced the lead by 16 points. It ended 58-35 in Nigeria’s favour.
Nigeria then continued their dominance in the last quarter to win the tie.
The D’Tigress are to play Senegal who defeated Mali in the other semi-final. The 2023 Women’s AfroBasket final is billed for Saturday.
If they win the final, that will be Nigeria’s fourth continental title in a row and sixth overall.
Thursday’s win means the D’Tigress have qualified for the Pre-Olympic Qualifying Tournament for Paris 2024.
Nigeria parade the only female coach in the competition.