Doha: The Qatar Basketball League (QBL) playoffs are set to ignite the courts at Al Gharafa Indoor Hall tomorrow (Monday), as four of the league’s top teams battle for the coveted 2024-2025 season championship.
Defending champions Al Arabi, powerhouse Al Rayyan, former titleholders Al Sadd, and underdogs Al Ahli will go head-to-head in a series of intense matchups that promise high stakes and thrilling basketball action.
Al Rayyan Lead the Standings, Al Arabi Aim to Defend Title
At the conclusion of the regular season, Al Rayyan secured the top spot with 30 points, putting themselves in prime position for a title run. Al Arabi, trailing closely with 28 points, are determined to defend their crown.
Meanwhile, Al Sadd (27 points) are eager to reclaim their dominance in Qatari basketball, while Al Ahli, sitting fourth with 26 points, are looking to spring a surprise and shake up the playoff race.
Playoff Schedule and Key Matchups
The semi-final stage begins on Monday, March 17, 2025, featuring two electrifying clashes:
- Al Rayyan vs. Al Ahli (8:30 PM) – League leaders Al Rayyan take on fourth-place Al Ahli in a battle for a spot in the final.
- Al Arabi vs. Al Sadd (10:30 PM) – A highly anticipated showdown between second and third-place teams, both determined to advance.
Path to the Championship
The playoff action will resume on March 20, 2025, with another round of crucial encounters as teams fight for a place in the final. If no team secures two consecutive wins in the semi-final rounds, a decisive third-round matchup will be held on March 22, 2025 to determine the finalists.
The QBL Grand Final is set for April 2025, where the top two teams will compete for the championship trophy. The remaining two teams will battle for third place in a classification match.
With high-intensity matchups on the horizon, Qatari basketball fans are in for an exhilarating playoff season that will determine the 2024-2025 Qatar Basketball League champion.
