SEA Games 2025: Malaysia defeat Vietnam in the opener

Malaysia - Vietnam 89-63

Malaysia produced a commanding performance at the 33rd SEA Games Thailand 2025, defeating Vietnam 89–63 after steadily pulling away across four quarters. A narrow early contest gave way to Malaysia’s control from the second period onward, as they extended the margin at every break to seal a convincing win. Chun-Hong Ting (193-G-1996) was named Player of the Game with a strong all-round display of 16 points, eight rebounds and two assists, while Yi-Hou Wong (195-F-1996) led all scorers with 17 points to cap off Malaysia’s dominant showing.