Dubai Basketball returns home with 10-game unbeaten record

Action from Dubai Basketball’s victory over Mornar-Barsko zlato in Montenegro. (Supplied)
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Updated 15 April 2025
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Dubai Basketball returns home with 10-game unbeaten record

  • Team continues to dominate ABA League after win over Mornar-Barsko zlato of Montenegro

DUBAI: Dubai Basketball extended their winning streak to 10 games with a commanding 83-71 road win over Mornar-Barsko zlato in Round 27 of the ABA League.

The victory takes Dubai Basketball to a 22-5 record, as the team continues to assert its dominance in its debut ABA League season.

Controlling the tempo from the first quarter, Dubai Basketball set the tone early and never looked back. The team maintained a steady lead throughout the game, at one point building a 20-point advantage in the third quarter after an explosive 11-2 run. The early lead proved decisive, as Dubai expertly managed the game’s closing stages to secure another convincing result on the road.

Montenegro’s Mornar-Barsko zlato made a late push and reduced the deficit to 13 points by the final buzzer. However, Dubai’s composure and relentless work on both ends of the court ensured there would be no upset for the UAE-based team.

A standout performance from Jerry Boutsiele earned him the Man of the Match award by the ABA League. The center delivered an all-round performance, finishing with 13 points with an almost perfect free-throw record, nine rebounds, and as always, key contributions on defense.

Reflecting on the win, Boutsiele said: “We came here with the goal to stay focused and keep our momentum going. Everyone stepped up, and we all played our part, and the team dynamic has never felt better. Ten wins in a row means a lot, but we’re hungry for more. The job’s not done yet, and we look forward to giving our fans a home win soon.”

With this result, Dubai Basketball solidified its position as one of the most consistent teams in the league. The team is preparing to take on Croatian side Split for their first home game of the month on Sunday, April 20 at Coca-Cola Arena.


Four champions crowned as WBC Boxing Grand Prix concludes in Riyadh

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Four champions crowned as WBC Boxing Grand Prix concludes in Riyadh

  • Riyadh Season continues to attract major international sporting events and reinforce Riyadh’s growing presence on the global sports stage

RIYADH: The WBC Boxing Grand Prix concluded on Saturday at Boulevard City in Riyadh Season with four closely contested finals, all decided by unanimous decision, bringing an eight-month international tournament to a dramatic close.

The final fight night saw world titles decided across four weight divisions, with each champion receiving the World Boxing Council’s championship belt along with a $100,000 prize, while runners-up earned $50,000.

Australia’s Dylan Biggs claimed the middleweight title after securing a unanimous decision victory in a bout defined by physical strength and tactical discipline, writing his name into the history of the inaugural edition of the tournament.

In the heavyweight final, Argentina’s Kevin Ramirez was crowned champion after defeating Bosnia’s Ahmed Krnjic by unanimous decision. Ramirez controlled the contest throughout, earning sustained applause from the Riyadh crowd as he lifted the trophy.

The featherweight division title went to Mexico’s Brandon Mejia Mosqueda, who overcame Italy’s Mohamed Gamli by unanimous decision in a fast-paced contest that highlighted his speed and technical ability, and reinforced his status as one of the division’s emerging talents.

Colombia’s Carlos Otria secured the super lightweight crown after a competitive and high-tempo bout against Uzbekistan’s Mujibullah Tursunov. Following sustained exchanges over the rounds, the judges awarded Otria a unanimous decision.

All four finals were staged under professional regulations approved by the WBC, within an organisational framework designed to provide rising talents with a global platform. The event reflected the continued partnership between Riyadh Season and the WBC, aimed at raising international competition standards and showcasing emerging boxers.

The tournament began in April, featuring 128 boxers from more than 40 countries competing across multiple stages. The initiative was launched last December by Turki Alalshikh, chairman of the General Entertainment Authority and president of the Saudi Arabian Boxing Federation, in partnership with the WBC, with the aim of creating a global pathway for young fighters to compete at the highest level.

The conclusion of the WBC Boxing Grand Prix highlighted the tournament’s strong fan engagement and organisational success, as Riyadh Season continues to attract major international sporting events and reinforce Riyadh’s growing presence on the global sports stage.