Qatar vs China, Fiba Basketball World Cup, 2027 Asian Qualifiers, Today Match Prediction
Qatar
China
Will China outplay Qatar?
- Qatar is currently ranked 76th in the world.
- China is currently ranked 30th in the world.
- In the last five matches, Qatar has lost one and won four matches.
China to win and cover the spread (-19.5).
| Tournament: | Fiba Basketball World Cup, 2027 Asian Qualifiers |
| Live Streaming: | DAZN |
| Venue: | Qatar, Doha, Al Janoub Stadium |
| Tip Off: | 21:30:00 |
Qatar vs China Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 18.00 | 1.05 |
Qatar vs China Match Prediction & Analysis
Qatar hosts China on August 27 in a key Asian Qualifiers matchup. Qatar’s 35.8% three point shooting and home advantage offer an upset path, but China’s superior two point efficiency, rebounding and overall depth make them favorites. China also enters after a convincing 92-74 win over Chinese Taipei, while Qatar edged Saudi Arabia 76-73.
Qatar is currently ranked 3rd in Group F of the FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers with a 4-2 record, while China is ranked 5th in Group F with a 3-3 record.
In their last six head-to-head matchups, China has won all six matches against Qatar.
Qatar vs China Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alen Hadzibegovic | 16.6 | 8.6 | 2.0 | 2.8/1.8 |
| Zhao Jiwei | 12.0 | 3.0 | 3.8 | 0.8/0.0 |
Teams Preview
Qatar Preview
Qatar produced a historic 76-73 comeback victory over Saudi Arabia in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers, securing second place in Group D with a 4-2 record.
Alen Hadzibegovic led Qatar with 21 points and 7 rebounds, while Zineeddine Bedri and Abdulrahman Mohamed Saad added 12 points each. Donte Grantham contributed 11 points, 9 rebounds and Moustafa Fouda chipped in 10 points, 8 assists, showcasing their squads depth.
Offensively, Qatar shot 41% from the field, including 48.6% from the two point range and 32.1% from the three point range, supported by their efficient ball movement (20 assists). Defensively, they controlled the boards 41-38 and forced 16 crucial turnovers.
The victory showcased Qatar’s resilience and marked their best World Cup Qualifiers record to date. Overall, the team averages 80 points per game, while dishing out 16 assists. Defensively, they record 37.7 rebounds, 8.7 steals and 4.3 blocks per game.
China Preview
China produced a dominant 92-74 victory over Chinese Taipei in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers, securing their place in the Second Round.
Zhao Jiwei led China with 17 points, 6 assists and five three-pointers, while Li Hongquan also contributed 17 points. Hu Jinqiu added 13 points and 6 rebounds.
China’s offensive efficiency was a major difference, shooting 47% from the field, including 57.1% on two pointers and 32.1% from three point range. Defensively, they controlled the boards 46-37, limiting second chance opportunities through 34 defensive rebounds. They also forced Taipei to commit 13 turnovers which helped prove decisive down the line.
The victory was crucial, as China needed the win to advance from Group B and join Japan and Korea in the Second Round. Overall the team averages 84 points per game, while dishing out 18.7 assists. Defensively, they record 42.5 rebounds, 5.5 steals and 1.2 blocks per game.
Qatar vs China Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Moustafa Fouda |
| SG | Abdulrahman Mohamed Saad |
| SF | Donte Grantham |
| PF | Zineeddine Bedri |
| C | Alen Hadzibegovic |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Zhao Jiwei |
| SG | Pang Zhenglin |
| SF | Zhu Junlong |
| PF | Li Hongquan |
| C | Hu Jinqiu |
QATAR vs CHINA
Winning PredictionChina should have the edge thanks to its 6-0 historical record against Qatar, superior two point shooting and stronger rebounding numbers. Qatar’s home advantage and three point shooting could keep it competitive, but China’s depth and interior efficiency should prove decisive. We are backing China to win this matchup.
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