Dubai will once again be the BCL Asia 2025 Dubai host, welcoming fans from across the continent for Asia’s top club basketball competition. After a successful event in 2024, Dubai has been selected to host the Basketball Champions League Asia (BCL Asia) for the second consecutive year — a strong reflection of the city’s growing status as a regional sports hub.
The Group Phase will run from June 7 to 13 at the Sheikh Saeed Bin Maktoum Sports Hall. After that, the Final Phase will take place at the Coca-Cola Arena, one of the Middle East’s premier venues known for large-scale sports and entertainment events.
Top Clubs Prepare for High-Stakes Showdown
Defending champions Al Riyadi (Lebanon) are set to return following their dominant performance in the FIBA West Asia Super League (WASL) Final 8. They’ll be joined by Tabiat (Iran), the WASL runners-up, along with other national league champions:
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Zhejiang Guangsha Lions (China) – CBA Champions
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Changwon LG Sakers (South Korea) – KBL Champions
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Meralco Bolts (Philippines) – PBA Champions
The final two slots will be confirmed after the Japan B.League Playoffs and the BCL Asia-East Final 4, scheduled for May 30–31 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Teams still competing for qualification include the Taoyuan Pauian Pilots and New Taipei Kings (Chinese Taipei), Ulaanbaatar Xac Broncos (Mongolia), and Pelita Jaya Basketball (Indonesia).
Why Dubai Is the Ideal Host City
Dubai offers a perfect blend of world-class facilities, global accessibility, and a vibrant fan culture. Its experience in hosting international tournaments, combined with top-notch infrastructure, ensures a memorable experience for both teams and fans.
Road to Global Recognition
The stakes are higher than ever. The winner of BCL Asia 2025 will earn a coveted place in the FIBA Intercontinental Cup 2025 — the ultimate global stage where elite clubs from different continents compete for international supremacy.
This year’s edition of BCL Asia is expected to draw significant global attention, not just from basketball fans, but also from international scouts, sponsors, and sports media. Dubai’s continued role as host strengthens its position as a world-class destination for major sporting events.
Stay tuned for the official draw and full tournament schedule — it’s going to be a thrilling summer for basketball in Dubai.
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