Qatar Officially Receives FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Ball

Doha, Qatar – The State of Qatar officially received the ball for the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup during a ceremony held specifically for this occasion on the sidelines of the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup closing ceremony in the Philippine capital, Manila.

The ball, which is called the Molten GL7X, is made of 100% recycled materials and features a unique design that is inspired by the Qatari flag. It is also equipped with new technologies that are designed to improve the performance of the ball.

The ceremony was attended by Hamane Niang, the President of FIBA, as well as representatives from the Qatar Basketball Federation and the Qatar Olympic Committee.

We are delighted to officially receive the ball for the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup,” said Niang. “This is a significant milestone in our preparations for the tournament, and we are confident that the Molten GL7X will be a great ball for the players to use.

The 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup will be held in Qatar from August 27 to September 12. It will be the third tournament to be contested with 32 teams, and the first to be held in the Middle East.

Qatar is a rapidly growing basketball nation, and the 2027 World Cup is expected to be a major boost for the sport in the country. The tournament is expected to attract thousands of fans from all over the world, and it is expected to have a significant economic impact on Qatar.

The official reception of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 ball is a major milestone in the preparations for the tournament. It is a sign that Qatar is ready to host the world’s premier basketball event, and it is sure to generate excitement among fans around the world.