Ezinne Kalu Urges Support for D’Tigress in Berlin
Ezinne Kalu, a guard for D’Tigress and player for Zhejiang Golden Bulls, has urged Nigerians in and around Berlin, Germany, to come out and support the team during the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, which begins on Friday. Kalu, 34, has been a vital member of the national team since her debut in the 2016 FIBA Women’s Olympic Qualifying Tournament and has won five consecutive Women’s AfroBasket titles from 2017 to 2025.
She also participated in the 2018 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup in Spain, where she averaged 10.6 points, three rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game. As D’Tigress prepares for their third World Cup appearance, following previous participations in 2006 and 2018, Kalu emphasizes the importance of fan support, stating, “Bring your flag, your voice and energy.” D’Tigress will begin their campaign against South Korea on Friday, followed by matches against Hungary and France.
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