MUMBAI: The finale of the inaugural season of 3×3 Pro Basketball League (3BL), the first-ever FIBA recognized league in India, will be held here on August 25and 26. The final round of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA))-recognized three a side event will be held at Phoenix Marketcity in suburban Kurla.
The sixth and final round of 3BL will see teams Delhi Hoopers, Ahmedabad Wingers and Bangalore Machas fight to establish dominance in the first season, a media release said. The home team, Mumbai Hustlers, posted strong show in the fifth round, with a tremendous performance from Bikramjit Gill in the quarter-final match.
In the fifth round, with Bikramjits gameplay and skills, Mumbai Hustlers played incredibly well, but Delhi Hoopers remained leaders in the score charts, followed by Ahmedabad Wingers and Bangalore Machas. Surprise performances were seen from Aizawl Legends and Jaipur Regals as they put on strong fronts against the big teams and this round could be a chance for them to prove themselves.
Rohit Bakshi, League Commissioner, 3BL, “I’m happy to have seen the talent develop and grow over these past few months. India definitely has a lot of potential for a medal at the next Olympics and Commonwealth Games in 3×3 basketball.” PTI
