RRI.CO.ID, Jakarta - Momentum is building at the U18 Women’s Asian Basketball Championship Division B as Indonesia prepares to face India in a decisive Group A clash at Nimibutr Stadium, Bangkok, on Wednesday, July 15, 2026.

Both teams remain unbeaten with two victories apiece, and the winner of the 4 p.m. local time tip-off will advance directly to the semifinals as group leader.

Indonesia enters the contest on the back of a commanding 93-42 win over host Thailand on Tuesday. Praisey Blessed spearheaded the attack with 20 points, six rebounds, five assists, and three steals.

The Garuda squad seized control early, racing to a 24-7 lead in the first quarter and never looking back, eventually closing the game with a 51-point margin, Antara reported.

Supporting contributions came from Fiorenza Celesta (13 points, five rebounds), Mabekou Talla Valerie (12 points, nine rebounds), and Joanne Giovanni and Chloe Cung, who each added 11 points.

Indonesia’s collective play was evident in their 25 assists and dominance on the boards, out-rebounding Thailand 58-32.

The victory gave Indonesia four points from two games, following their emphatic 127-6 opening win against Oman. India matched that tally with wins over Thailand (106-62) and Oman (99-17), though Indonesia currently tops the group thanks to a superior point differential.

The stakes are clear: the winner secures a direct semifinal berth, while the loser must battle through the quarterfinals for a chance to progress. ***