The Ulaanbaatar Amazons women’s 3×3 basketball team has officially qualified for the FIBA Women’s Series 2025 Shanghai Finals, securing their spot after finishing inside the top six out of 60 teams worldwide, according to tournament standings. Across their global qualifying campaign, the Mongolian squad compiled a consistent record that featured two third-place finishes and one fourth-place finish, accumulating 320 points to punch their ticket to the September showdown alongside top international programs from Canada, Spain, and the Netherlands.
Rising International Success and Global Qualification
The qualification of the Ulaanbaatar Amazons highlights a broader surge for Mongolian basketball on the international stage. By securing a top-six ranking out of 60 global competitors, the squad earned the right to represent Asia at the Shanghai finals.
On the domestic professional front, clubs have aggressively overhauled their rosters. Standout players returning from stints abroad include Ch.Margad from the United States and Ts.Sanchir from Vietnam, both of whom joined Bishrelt Metal for training. Meanwhile, E.Tserenbaatar transferred to Khasiin Khuleguud, which also bolstered its frontcourt by signing American player Efe Odigie.
The transaction involved star guard A.Anand, who completed a lucrative transfer from Selenge Bodons to Khasiin Khuleguud. League filings and club announcements confirmed that the one-year agreement is valued at 500 million MNT plus 20 percent of merchandise revenue, marking one of the largest player packages ever recorded in Mongolian basketball.
Next Steps on the Road to Shanghai
With domestic rosters locked in and university competitions concluded, the primary focus for Mongolian basketball shifts toward international preparations. The Ulaanbaatar Amazons will continue their training block ahead of the FIBA Women’s Series Shanghai Finals this September, where they will carry Asia’s hopes against the world’s best 3×3 programs.
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