Historical Debut: RSSB Tigers Stun Favorites Al Ahly Benghazi in BAL Opener

The opening night of the Kalahari Conference began with a shockwave as the RSSB Tigers marked their Basketball Africa League (BAL) debut with a definitive victory over tournament favorites, Al Ahly Benghazi.
Facing a strong Al Ahly side loaded with talent,including MVP,caliber players Jean Jacques Boissy and Jo Lual-Acuil Jr.,the Tigers showed no fear, delivering a composed and confident performance from start to finish.🔥 Game Breakdown,The Tigers’ offense was ignited early by Craig Randall, who silenced the crowd with a clinical display from beyond the arc. Randall’s ability to “set the tone from deep” forced Al Ahly into a defensive scramble from which they struggled to recover.

Meanwhile, Teafale Lenard Jr. dominated both ends of the floor, making his presence felt with powerful dunks, key defensive stops, and clutch plays that shifted momentum at crucial moments.
The combination of sharp shooting, defensive intensity, and teamwork helped RSSB Tigers secure a statement win against one of the conference favorites.Final Score: RSSB Tigers 103 – 95 Al Ahly Benghazi
Top Scorer: Craig Randall (37 Points)

Defensive Player of the Game: Teafale

This victory not only marks a successful BAL debut but also highlights Rwanda’s growing presence in African basketball. The Tigers have made it clear—they are here to compete at the highest level and represent the nation with pride.
The road to the BAL Finals is underway,and RSSB Tigers have already made a powerful first impression.

