2025 Men’s AfroBasket : Cameroon Opens Campaign Against Tunisia

The senior national men’s basketball team of Cameroon opens their campaign in the just-started 2025 Men’s AfroBasket competition against defending champions, Tunisia. The Group B game is scheduled for today August 13, 2025 in Luanda, Angola. The game promises to be a challenging opening test for Cameroon against one of Africa's basketball powerhouses.
Tunisia, ranked fourth on the continent, enters the tournament as a clear favorite. They have dominated recent editions of the AfroBasket, winning in 2017 and again in 2021. Their disciplined squad, led by head coach Mehdy Mary, features a mix of seasoned veterans and emerging stars. Veteran guard Omar Abada, who was the team's leader in scoring and assists during the qualifiers, continues to be a key playmaker, while the team's overall tactical discipline and efficient ball movement make them a formidable opponent. However, the defending champions, Tunisia, are seeking to establish a new identity after Makram Ben Romdhane, the last AfroBasket MVP, retired from the national team.
Cameroon, under the guidance of coach Alfred Aboya, is fielding an exciting team that blends youthful energy with experienced talent. The presence of NBA rookie Yves Missi gives the Indomitable Lions a significant boost, and the team's strong rebounding was a standout feature during their qualifying campaign. Players like Jeremiah Hill and Williams Narace have provided balanced scoring, and if the team can i...