DOHA: Al Arabi SC and Al Rayyan SC have booked their places in the final of the 2025–2026 Qatar Men’s Basketball League after winning their semifinal playoff series.
Al Arabi edged past Al Sadd SC in a dramatic 76–74 victory, sealing the series with a composed finish. The match swung back and forth, with Al Arabi dominating the second quarter before holding their nerve in the closing moments.
- Elmedin Kikanović led Al Arabi with 20 points
- Mustafa Fouda starred for Al Sadd with a game-high 30 points
In the other semifinal, Al Rayyan SC defeated Al Ahli SC 93–88 in another tightly contested encounter.
- Rolands Freimanis delivered a standout performance with 41 points for Al Rayyan
- Mohamed Hashem Zidan scored 25 points for Al Ahli
Both teams showed consistency and resilience across their semifinal matchups, setting up a highly anticipated final between two of the league’s strongest sides.
