Players and fans celebrate the victory at BK Arena on Monday, August 19. All photos by Dan Gatsinzi
The Rwanda national baskeball team beat Lebanon 80-62 to mark a positive start at the FIBA World Cup 2026 pre-qualifiers during Group D opener at BK Arena on Monday, August 19.
Rwanda’s first game was against Lebanon at 8PM Kigali Time at the BK Arena.
Rwanda National team beat Lebanon 80-62.
Rwanda was placed in Group D where it will face Great Britain, Argentina, and Lebanon.
National team head coach Cheikh Sarr gives instructions to the players.
National team players at BK Arena
Eight women's national teams are competing in the pre-qualifiers of the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup in Kigali from August 19-25.
National team players celebrate during the game.
Players and fans celebrate the victory at BK Arena on Monday, August 19. All photos by Dan Gatsinzi