Qatar to host 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup; Germany wins rights for 2026 Women's World Cup

The next edition of the FIBA World Cup will be held in Qatar.

The decision was reached by the FIBA Central Board on Friday in Manila, a day before the draw for the 2023 FIBA World Cup which is hosted by the Philippines, Japan, and Indonesia.

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The basketball body said the Board were "impressed by the bid and particularly the elements around the compact geographical nature, unique flexibility with tournament venue scheduling to better serve the fans, as well as an emphasis on sustainability."

As one of the more connected places locally and globally, Doha receives direct flights from potential competing countries, while its subway and train system has been upgraded. The facilities are also already built with green technologies in place which will make the World Cup a carbon-neutral event.

"While we are all looking forward to what we know will be another standout FIBA event when the action starts in Qatar, we will also enjoy the full journey to Doha. The qualification path to the World Cup has been a great success since its introduction in 2017, and we will be ready once again to follow all the action," said FIBA secretary general Andreas Zagklis.

Meanwhile, the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup will be played in Germany.

Germany was one of the hosts of the recent 2022 FIBA EuroBasket which played a vital role in their selection as host country.

"The women's game continues to grow worldwide and with the expertise and track record DBB has from hugely successful events, there's no doubt we will all enjoy another exceptional event," said Zagklis.

Australia hosted the 2022 edition of the Women's World Cup.

—Justin Kenneth Carandang/JMB, GMA Integrated News