D’Tigress Triumphs Over Colombia 70-37 in Qualifiers

D’Tigress, Nigeria's senior women's basketball team, commenced their campaign in the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup qualifiers with a decisive victory over Colombia, winning 70-37 in Lyon Villeurbanne, France. The match showcased a dominant performance by the Nigerian team, led by coach Rena Wakama.

D’Tigress started strong, winning the first quarter 18-12 but faced a slight setback in the second quarter, losing 16-17. However, they regained control in the third and fourth quarters, outscoring Colombia 19-5 and 17-3 respectively, limiting their opponents to just eight points in the last two quarters.

Victoria Macaulay was highlighted as the valuable player of the fixture, contributing significantly with 13 points, 6 rebounds, and 1 assist. This victory marks the first match of the qualifiers for D’Tigress, extending their winning streak to six games as they prepare for a challenging matchup against Korea.