Announcement of the Amir Cup Basketball Schedule – Kickoff on April 15

Doha – April 13, 2026:

The Qatar Basketball Federation has announced the complete program for the Amir Cup Men’s Basketball Championship for the 2025–2026 sports season. This prestigious tournament is considered one of the most prominent and competitive local basketball events in Qatar, distinguished by its unique competitive spirit as elite clubs battle directly for a coveted title that concludes the sporting season.

The current edition of the tournament enjoys significant attention from clubs and fans alike, given the close technical levels among the participating teams. This raises expectations for strong competition from the early rounds through to the final, especially with the involvement of clubs that boast rich histories in the sport and feature prominent names in Qatari basketball.

The tournament is set to begin on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, with the opening match between Qatar Club and Al Khor at 6:05 p.m. at the Federation Hall. The encounter is expected to deliver an energetic start, reflecting the importance and technical value of the competition, as each team seeks a positive opening to gain early momentum in the race.

Matches continue on Saturday, April 18, 2026, with two games at Al Gharafa Hall: Al Ahli vs. Al Wakrah at 6:05 p.m. in a balanced contest, followed by a high-profile clash between Al Sadd and Al Shamal at 8:00 p.m., anticipated to feature intense competition as both sides aim to reach the advanced stages.

On Sunday, April 19, 2026, two more matches will be played at Al Gharafa Hall: Al Gharafa vs. Al Rayyan at 6:05 p.m., a standout fixture given the strength and rivalry of the two teams, followed by Al Arabi vs. the winner of Qatar Club vs. Al Khor at 8:00 p.m., completing the lineup of semifinal contenders.

The semifinals will take place on Monday, May 4, 2026, at Al Gharafa Hall. The first game at 6:00 p.m. will feature the winner of Al Ahli vs. Al Wakrah against the winner of Al Arabi vs. Qatar Club/Al Khor. The second game at 8:00 p.m. will pit the winner of Al Sadd vs. Al Shamal against the winner of Al Gharafa vs. Al Rayyan. These decisive encounters are expected to be of the highest caliber, showcasing elevated technical performance.

The final will be held on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 6:30 p.m., where the two semifinal winners will face off to determine the champion of this year’s Amir Cup. The final is anticipated to be thrilling and fiercely contested until the last seconds, given the close levels and high ambitions of the qualified teams.

It is noteworthy that Al Rayyan claimed the title in the previous season (2024–2025), defeating Al Arabi 77–70 in the final held at Al Gharafa Hall.