Egypt secured a 74-59 win over Mali in their opening FIBA AfroBasket fixture on August 12, 2025. The match saw Egypt establish control early with disciplined team play and pull away for a comfortable double-digit victory. Egypt's guard play was exceptional, as they efficiently ran their offensive sets and found open shooters, while their defense successfully contained Mali's primary scoring threats. Mali struggled to find a consistent offensive rhythm against Egypt's switching schemes and were unable to mount a serious comeback in the second half. This solid opening win provided Egypt with positive momentum and a strong foundation in the group standings, while Mali was left to regroup and analyze their offensive shortcomings ahead of their next match.