Dhaka, Nov 19: The Indian men’s basketball team won the South Asian Basketball Association (SABA) Championship 2021 after defeating hosts Bangladesh 106-41, here on Friday.
This was India’s sixth SABA title in as many appearances having also won the title in 2002, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017.
Against Bangladesh, the Vishesh Bhriguvanshi-led India were on the front foot early in the match and led the opening quarter 33-11. Continuing their scoring rate in the second and third quarters, adding 54 points while Bangladesh managed just 21.
At the final whistle, India were up by 65 points, ending 106-41 to win the title. (IANS)
