The Draw is one of the most highly anticipated moments leading up to the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027. It sets the stage for the thrilling journey of national teams as they compete for basketball's ultimate prize - the Naismith Trophy.
FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Qualifiers Draw
Before the World Cup itself, the path to qualification will be determined through a dedicated draw for the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Qualifiers. Teams from the four regions will discover their opponents as they strive to earn their place in the world's premier basketball competition. This draw plays a crucial role in shaping the road to the final tournament.
One of the most highly anticipated moments in the build up to the showpiece FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027, the Qualifiers Draw will take place in Doha on May 13 and will shape what promises to be a thrilling ride on the 'Road to Qatar'. Destined to make history, the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 will be the first ever edition to be held in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
It will also be FIBA's biggest ever competition to be held in one city, Doha, as 32 teams engage in a relentless and exciting pursuit of basketball's ultimate prize - the coveted Naismith Trophy. The next step in this quest is to firstly navigate the Qualifiers, with teams from all FIBA regions now ready to discover their opponents as they strive to earn their place in the world's premier basketball tournament.
From November 2025 to March 2027, there will be six dedicated windows featuring 420 games across the globe, as 80 national teams battle to earn their tickets to Qatar. The FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Qualifiers Draw will be held at the renowned ALHAZM in Doha and will take place at 18:30 (local), 17:30 (CET). FIBA Global Ambassador, three-time Olympic champion, and NBA legend Carmelo Anthony will be on stage to perform the draw.
Led by FIBA President Sheikh Saud Ali Al Thani and FIBA Secretary General Andreas Zagklis, the FIBA Central Board will attend the event, along with Qatar Basketball Federation and LOC Director General Mohammed Al-Meghaiseeb. Mutaz Essa Barshim, the four-time Olympic medallist in high jump, Yassin Mousa, GGC basketball legend and 3x3 world champion, as well as more than 60 representatives from National Federations around the globe will also be present in Doha for this prestigious event.
The draw will also be available to watch live on the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 and FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 African, Americas, Asian and European Qualifiers websites and on the FIBA YouTube channel.
For the complete details on the Draw Principles, please check the videos embedded in the Press Release.
FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Draw
After the successful conclusion of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Qualifiers, as the main competition approaches, a Draw will be conducted to determine the groupings for the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027. This pivotal event will define the matchups and provide fans with a glimpse of the epic battles to come.