Kuwait Crowned Basketball League Champions for the Eighth Consecutive Time After Defeating Al-Qurain (91-69)
Kuwait Club defeats Al-Qurain in the final to claim their eighth title
Translated by Qiyas from الأنباء — Original source
Kuwait’s basketball team clinched the First Division title for the 2025–2026 season on Thursday, securing their eighth consecutive championship and their 17th overall, after defeating Al-Qurain 91–69. Meanwhile, Kazma finished third by beating Al-Qadisiya 86–83.
In the second final match, part of a best-of-three playoff series, Kuwait extended their dominance over Al-Qurain, following their victory in the first game, which ended 110–83.
Speaking to the press after the coronation, Kuwait Basketball Federation President Dhaari Burjis stated that Al-Kuwait Club delivered an outstanding performance throughout the season, deserving the title. He congratulated the club’s board of directors, the players, and their fans.
Burjis also praised Al-Qurain Club’s achievement in reaching the final for the first time since its establishment in 2011, noting that the players had shown exceptional form since the beginning of the season.
He called on all clubs to prepare for the next season to intensify competition, which would benefit the standard of the sport and ultimately contribute to the development of the national team.
For his part, Al-Kuwait Club Vice President Badr Al-Asimi told the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) that winning the league title for the eighth consecutive time was an “unprecedented achievement,” reflecting the hard work, support from the club’s board, sound planning, and the implementation of appropriate strategies to strengthen the team.
Al-Asimi emphasized that the players met expectations and had clearly aimed for the title since the start of the competition. He thanked Al-Kuwait Club’s fans for their support and appreciated the Basketball Federation’s role and commitment to developing the sport.
