China win FIBA Asia title, Iran claim third place

Published October 3rd, 2015 - 09:47 GMT
Al Bawaba
Al Bawaba

China won the 28th FIBA men's Asia Championship Saturday after defeating Philippines 78-67 in the tourney's final match.

In an exciting and competitive game by both teams, China, backed by massive crowds, was able to overpower its Filipino counterpart in the final quarters to win the match.

Meanwhile, Iran beat Japan 68-63 for the third place and bronze medal prior to the final match.

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