Nigeria’s women’s national basketball team, D’Tigress, have entered the record books after posting a historic rebounding performance at the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 Qualifying Tournaments.
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According to FIBA, Nigeria recorded 58 rebounds in their commanding 101–84 victory over the Philippines on March 14 in Lyon-Villeurbanne, France, setting a new all-time record for the most rebounds in a single game in the tournament’s history.
The impressive display of physical dominance on the boards played a crucial role in Nigeria’s emphatic win as the African champions controlled both ends of the court.
However, Nigeria’s record did not stand alone for long as Canada equalled the mark just hours later, also grabbing 58 rebounds in their dominant 75–41 win against Argentina in Istanbul, Türkiye during the same qualifying window.
Canada’s rebounding effort was largely powered by forward Aaliyah Edwards, who pulled down 15 rebounds to lead her side’s record-setting night.
Most Rebounds in a Single Game at WWC Qualifying Tournaments
Nigeria – vs Philippines (101–84), March 14, 2026 – 58 rebounds
Canada – vs Argentina (75–41), March 14, 2026 – 58 rebounds
Czechia – vs South Sudan (89–52), March 11, 2026 – 57 rebounds
Australia – vs Korea (79–61), March 11, 2026 – 57 rebounds
Germany – vs Korea (76–49), March 11, 2026 – 55 rebounds
The record comes in the relatively young history of the qualifying tournament, which was first introduced in 2022 to determine the teams that will compete at the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026.
Nigeria’s rebounding dominance against the Philippines further highlighted the team’s strength and athleticism as they continue their quest to secure qualification for the global showpiece tournament.
