Overview

• The Australian Opals finished 3–0 in Group B with routs of the Philippines (115–39), Lebanon (113–34) and Japan to earn a bye into the semifinals.
• Australia’s offense operated at elite efficiency, shooting 60.6 percent in their opener and producing 36 assists before holding Lebanon to 21 percent shooting while tallying 39 assists.
• Miela Sowah led the charge with 19 points on 7-of-10 shooting in the opener and Chloe Bibby recorded back-to-back double-doubles, earning Player of the Game honours.
• Veteran Sara Blicavs marked her return from spinal surgery with 17 points in the opener and newcomers such as Isabelle Bourne and Steph Reid delivered key double-digit contributions.
• Ally Wilson is expected back from a knee complaint ahead of the knockout rounds as the Opals eye their first Asia Cup title and a berth in the 2026 World Cup.