Malaysian Basketball Team Secures Championship Victory
The Johor Southern Tigers have emerged as the champions of the Major Basketball League (MBL) Season 2024/25, defeating the Penang Sunrise Youngsters with an impressive 83-66 victory at MABA Stadium.
Tigers’ Dominance on the Court
Their achievement was a testament to the saying "fortune favours the bold" as the Tigers showcased their dominance on the court, with shooting guard Carl Bird Jabari being named the Most Valuable Player (MVP).
MVP’s Reaction
Carl, who received the MVP placard from the President of the Malaysian Basketball Association (MABA), Datuk Seri Lee Tian Hock, expressed his elation at the victory. "I feel like a champion. That’s what we are. We proved that we’re the best team in the land, so I’m on top of the world right now," he said. "I love Malaysia basketball and I don’t know what the future holds. I’m just really excited to see what’s next," he added.
Teammates’ Advice
Carl also urged his teammates to remain confident and continue striving for excellence, emphasizing that each of them possesses unique talents and that nothing is off-limits if they work hard every day.
MABA President’s Comments
Meanwhile, Lee pointed out that the resurgence of the Johor Southern Tigers, who managed to defeat defending champions NS Matrix Deers in the semi-finals, was a clear indication that basketball would continue to thrive and intensify in future tournaments. "This is the third year and this is a good development as there is a team that can finally beat NS Matrix. For me, that’s the true motivation for Johor Southern Tigers to win the final today," he added.
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Conclusion
The Johor Southern Tigers’ victory is a testament to their hard work and dedication, and their dominance on the court is a clear indication of their potential to continue thriving in future tournaments. As Carl Bird Jabari expressed, "I love Malaysia basketball and I don’t know what the future holds. I’m just really excited to see what’s next."
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who won the MBL Season 2024/25 championship?
A: The Johor Southern Tigers won the championship by defeating the Penang Sunrise Youngsters with an impressive 83-66 victory.
Q: Who was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the championship?
A: Shooting guard Carl Bird Jabari was named the MVP of the championship.
Q: What was the score of the final match?
A: The Johor Southern Tigers won the final match against the Penang Sunrise Youngsters with a score of 83-66.