In a dominant performance, Zhang Ziyu scored 18 points and grabbed 7 rebounds, while Wang Siyu contributed 19 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists, leading the Chinese women's basketball team to a 35-point victory over South Korea to secure the bronze medal at the Asian Cup.

20/07/2025 18:06:00 VictoryVox

On July 20, 2025, the bronze medal match of the Women's Asian Cup took place between the Chinese and South Korean teams. After four quarters of competition, the Chinese team won 101-66 against South Korea, securing the bronze medal in this edition of the Asian Cup. Han Xu scored 16 points and grabbed 6 rebounds, Yang Liwei scored 14 points, Yang Shuyu contributed 5 points and 3 assists, Zhang Ziyu added 18 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists, Wang Siyu finished with 19 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists, and Luo Xinhuan had 15 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 steals.

In the first quarter, the Chinese women's team launched an outside attack, with Luo Xinhuan and Yang Shuyu hitting consecutive long-range shots, and Han Xu scoring on a putback. After a quick start with a 13-2 run, the South Korean team was forced to call a timeout. Following the break, South Korea switched to a small-ball lineup, cutting into the lead with mid-range shots. The Chinese team responded by putting in a twin-tower lineup to secure rebounds and extended the lead back to double digits through fast breaks. Wang Siyu and Yang Liwei scored consecutively, ending the first quarter with China leading South Korea 31-14.

In the second quarter, Han Xu excelled on both ends of the court, and Luo Xinhuan scored 5 points with inside and outside shots, pushing China's lead to over 20 points. South Korea capitalized on China's momentary lapses to launch counterattacks. The Chinese team gained confidence in their outside shooting, with Jia Saiqi and Yang Liwei hitting consecutive shots, prompting another timeout from South Korea. Han Xu hit a mid-range jumper, and Wang Siyu forced fouls during fast breaks. At halftime, China led South Korea 58-29.

In the third quarter, the Chinese team became a bit complacent, allowing South Korea to go on a 9-2 run. Zhang Ru's bank shot stopped the bleeding for China, and Wang Siyu scored twice on fast breaks to stabilize the situation. South Korea hit some three-pointers, but Zhang Ziyu responded with strong drives inside. China made some turnovers, allowing South Korea to close the gap by 5 points. Zhang Ziyu continued to dominate inside, then initiated a fast break with a long pass, and Wang Siyu converted a 2+1 play. At the end of the third quarter, China led South Korea 84-48.

In the final quarter, both teams struggled with shooting accuracy. After two minutes, Han Xu broke the deadlock with a putback. South Korea responded with fast breaks and free throws, but it was too late given the significant deficit. With three and a half minutes remaining, the outcome was no longer in doubt, and China substituted in their bench players. Ultimately, the Chinese women's team secured a convincing 101-66 victory over South Korea.