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Madagascar vs Senegal, FIBA Basketball World Cup, 2027 African Qualifiers, Today Match Prediction
Madagascar
Senegal
Senegal aim to maintain dominance over Madagascar
- Madagascar is currently 103rd in the world rankings.
- Senegal is currently 51th in the world rankings.
- Madagascar has been averaging 79 points per game, while Senegal has been averaging 80 points per game.
Tournament: FIBA Basketball World Cup, 2027 African Qualifiers | Venue: Senegal, Dakar, Stadium Marius Ndiaye | Tip Off: 02:30:00
Live Streaming: Courtside 1891
Senegal to win and cover the spread (21.5).
Madagascar vs Senegal Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 11.0 | 1.01 |
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Madagascar
Madagascar delivered a spirited performance but suffered an 87-79 defeat to Congo DR in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers.
Despite the loss, Kiady Mijoro Razanamahenina delivered a standout performance scoring 27 points, while Johan Randriamananjara added 12 points, Sitraka Raharimanantoanina and Mathias M’Madi added 11 points each.
Offensively, Madagascar shot 37% from the perimeter and 89.5% from the free throw line, but just shot 39% from the two point range. Defensively, they got outrebounded 47-42 on the boards and committed 12 crucial turnovers.
Madagascar’s performance highlighted their ability to challenge stronger African teams and stay in contention through competitive stretches. Overall, the team has been averaging 79 points per game, while dishing out 18 assists. Defensively, they record 42 rebounds, 4 steals and 5 blocks per game.
Senegal
Senegal saw a sluggish opening prove costly as they fell 80-90 to Cote d’Ivoire in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers.
Jean Jacques Boissy and Ibrahima Faye added 13 points each, while Moustapha Diop added 12 points and Ibou Badji added 10 points, but their efforts weren’t enough.
Offensively, Senegal shot 51.1% from the two point range, but struggled greatly from the three point line, converting just 13.8%. Defensively, they fought hard on the boards, but got outrebounded 46-48 and committed 16 turnovers down the stretch.
Despite flashes of competitiveness, Senegal’s inability to recover from the opening quarter ultimately defined the game, leaving them chasing consistency as the African qualifiers continues.
Overall, the team averages 80 points per game, while dishing out 13 assists. Defensively, they record 46 rebounds, 11 steals and 7 blocks per game.
Madagascar vs Senegal Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Mathias M’Madi |
| SG | Kiady Mijoro Razanamahenina |
| SF | Johan Randriamananjara |
| PF | Hasina Rasolonandrianina |
| C | Sitraka Raharimanantoanina |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Jean Jacques Boissy |
| SG | Karim Mane |
| SF | Moustapha Diop |
| PF | Ibrahima Faye |
| C | Ibou Badji |
Madagascar vs Senegal Match Prediction & Analysis
Madagascar face Senegal on 1 March 2026 in a key FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers clash. Senegal brings home-court advantage and experience, while Madagascar arrive confident after a competitive showing. Expect a physical, defense-first battle with qualification implications.
Madagascar is currently 3rd in Group B of the FIBA World Cup African Qualifiers with 0/1 record, while Senegal is 4th in Group B with 0/1 record.
In the last head-to-head matchup, Senegal won 92-75 against Madagascar.
Madagascar vs Senegal Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kiady Mijoro Razanamahenina | 27.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 0.0/0.0 |
| Jean Jacques Boissy | 13.0 | 3.0 | 8.0 | 1.0/0.0 |
MADAGASCAR vs SENEGAL
Winning Prediction
Senegal’s size, rebounding, and home-court edge should wear down Madagascar, though Madagascar’s energy can keep it competitive early. We are backing Senegal to win this matchup.
Senegal to win and cover the spread (21.5).
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