LUANDA (Angola) - The stage is set, the tension is rising, and the AfroBasket semifinals are finally here! After 32 thrilling games across Luanda and Moçâmedes, only four national teams remain in the hunt for the prestigious AfroBasket title.

Out of the original sixteen contenders, only one team remains undefeated, while the other three have faced their fair share of challenges throughout this year’s tournament. The stakes couldn’t be higher, especially since the defending champions Tunisia were sent packing in the Round of 16 by Cape Verde! Without further ado, let’s dive into the highly anticipated matchups.

Mali vs. Senegal - August 23, 2025, 16:00 Local Time (GMT+1)

In this historic matchup, Mali and Senegal prepare to face off for the ninth time in a decade, with a spot in the AfroBasket finals on the line. With Senegal ranked 8th in Africa and Mali sitting at 12th, the excitement is palpable.

Senegal last set foot in the finals back in 2005, but they’re hungry for victory. Mali’s closest shot at glory came in 1999, where they narrowly lost to Angola in the semifinals. In their most recent encounter on August 16, Senegal edged out Mali with an 80-70 win.

Recent statistics reveal the competitive nature of this clash. Senegal boasts a slight edge in points per game (83 vs. 77) and rebounds (55% vs. 49%). However, Mali shines from beyond the arc, shooting 31% compared to Senegal's 24%.

Key players to watch include Aliou Diarra, a two-time Basketball Africa League Defensive Player of the Year, leading Mali's defense. For Senegal, Brancou Badio has been the heartbeat of the team.

Angola vs. Cameroon - August 23, 2025, 19:00 Local Time (GMT+1)

Are you ready for a nail-biter? The clash between Angola and Cameroon promises to be a spectacle! These teams have a storied rivalry, with Cameroon yet to claim victory against Angola in their last four encounters dating back to 2007.

This matchup also signifies a rematch of the intense 2007 AfroBasket final, wherein Cameroon, a team of unheralded young talents, made waves before ultimately succumbing to Angola. Their quarterfinal battle in 2011 remains etched in history, with Angola narrowly defeating Cameroon 84-83.

Statistically speaking, Cameroon comes in hot, averaging an impressive 85.6 points per game, while Angola follows closely at 81.3. However, Angola excels in converting turnovers into points, notching an eye-popping 27 points per game off mistakes, compared to Cameroon’s 16.

Watch out for Childe Dundao, who leads Angola with an average of 16.8 points, while Jeremiah Hill is Cameroon's key scorer, averaging 17 points. Additionally, NBA stars Bruno Fernando and Yves Missi will be pivotal in the rebounding battle.

With the stakes higher than ever and exhilarating matchups on the horizon, who will emerge as the new African champion? Mark your calendars for an unforgettable day of basketball in Luanda!