Nigeria’s D’Tigress Hold 8th Place in FIBA World Rankings
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Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, the D’Tigress, remain ranked 8th globally in the latest FIBA world rankings, maintaining their position as the top African team. This ranking reflects their consistent performance on the international stage and highlights Nigeria’s leading role in African women’s basketball.
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- •The D’Tigress are ranked 8th in the FIBA world rankings as of March 21, 2026.
- •They are the highest-ranked African women’s basketball team in the world.
- •The ranking was confirmed by FIBA’s official update on March 21, 2026.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the D’Tigress improve their performance in upcoming international tournaments they could move higher in the world rankings, enhancing Nigeria’s reputation in women’s basketball and attracting more support and investment.
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