TEHRAN – Iran defeated the Philippines 11-4 and Qatar 21-19 at the 2023 FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup on Friday.

Team Melli had defeated Brunei 21-7 Malaysia 21-19 and then defeated Hong Kong 21-5 in the qualifying round.  

Iran will face New Zealand on Sunday in the competition’s quarterfinals.

The competition started in Singapore on March 29 and will finish on April 2.

A total of 12 teams, divided into four groups, will compete in the main draw of each men’s and women’s competition at the FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup 2023.