Doha [Qatar], March 23: Al Rayyan will take on Al Ahli while defending champions Al Arabi will meet Al Sadd in the "Playoffs" stage of the semi-finals of the Qatar Men's Basketball League 2025-26 season at the Al Gharafa Club Hall on Monday.
Al Rayyan meet third-placed Al Ahli, who secured their spot through the "Play-In" stage, at 6pm.
Al Rayyan will be looking to reaffirm their dominance this season, while Al Ahli aim to continue their positive run and surprise the leaders.
In the second match, Al Arabi, last season's champions and current runners-up, will face fourth-placed Al Sadd, who also advanced via the "Play-In" stage. The game is scheduled for 8pm and promises a special competitive flavor between two teams with rich histories and strong ambitions to reach the final.
The semi-finals will be played under the "best-of-three" format, with each team needing two victories to secure a place in the final. This system adds tactical and competitive intensity, making every game crucial in shaping the finalists.
The second round of the semi-finals will take place on Thursday, March 26, 2026. Al Sadd will face Al Arabi at 6pm, followed by Al Ahli vs Al Rayyan at spm. The round could prove decisive if any team manages to secure a second win and clinch early qualification.
If the series is tied 1-1, a decisive third game will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026. Al Rayyan will meet Al Ahli at 6pm, followed by Al Arabi against Al Sadd at 8pm, to determine the finalists.
Should qualification be settled in the first two rounds, the third game will not be played.
The league season will then conclude on Saturday, March 28, 2026, with the third-place playoff at 6pm, followed by the championship final at 8pm.
All matches will be held without spectators and with attendance limited only to players, technical and administrative staff, organizational crews, and the referees' committee. The measure is part of precautionary protocols adopted to ensure safety and smooth conduct of the games.
Source: Qatar Tribune
