The Australian Opals continue their FIBA Women's Asia Cup campaign against South Korea on Saturday night at Shenzhen Sports Center.
The Opals advanced to the semi-finals automatically after finishing top of Group B, with a 76-point win over the Philippines, followed by a 79-point win over Lebanon, closing out the group stage with a 12-point comeback win over Japan.
Meanwhile, South Korea booked their spot in the semis with a 104-71 win over the Philippines in the qualification round after they finished second in Group A.
The Opals have been led by four players averaging in double figures, with Sara Blicavs putting up 13.7 points per game, Stephanie Reid's 11.3 points, and Alex Fowler and Maria Sowah with 11 points per game each.
Australia is in search of its first-ever gold medal at the FIBA Women's Asia Cup after finishing with bronze in the last three tournaments, with their lone silver medal coming in 2017 — their first year in the competition.
A gold medal in China will see the Opals directly qualify for the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup in Germany, while the next five highest-placed teams will advance to the World Cup Qualifying Tournaments in March, 2026.
The Sporting News has you covered with all the information you need ahead of Australia vs. South Korea, including TV information, schedule, and more.
How to watch Australia vs. South Korea: TV channels, live streams
- TV channels: —
- Live streams: FIBA YouTube channel
FIBA Women's Asia Cup games will not be available on free-to-air TV. You can watch the Opals games on ESPN/Kayo Sports. The tournament's games will also be available to stream on the FIBA YouTube channel.
When is the Australian Opals vs. South Korea game?
- Date: Saturday, July 19
- Time: 6:30 p.m. AEST
The Opals will face South Korea in the semi-finals on Saturday, July 19, with tip-off set for 6:30 p.m. AEST.
FIBA Women's Asia Cup full schedule: Dates, times for games
The FIBA Women's Asia Cup got underway on Sunday, July 13, and will conclude with the championship game on Sunday, July 20.
The Opals finished top of Group B with three wins over the Philippines, Lebanon, and Japan.
*All times AEST.
| Game | Date | Time | Location |
| Australia vs. Philippines | Sunday 13 July | Aus 115 def. Phi 39 | Shenzhen Bay Sports Centre |
| Australia vs. Lebanon | Monday 14 July | Aus 113 def. Leb 34 | Shenzhen Bay Sports Centre |
| Australia vs. Japan | Tuesday 15 July | Aus 79 def Jpn 67 | Shenzhen Bay Sports Centre |
| Australia vs. South Korea | Saturday 19 July | 6:30 p.m. | Shenzhen Bay Sports Centre |
Australian Opals FIBA Women's Asia Cup squad
The Opals have named two debutants in their squad for the Asia Cup, with Alex Wilson and Isabelle Bourne set to make their official Opals debuts in Shenzhen.
| Player | Position | Height | Age | Team |
| Zitina Aokuso | F/C | 6-4 | 26 | UC Capitals |
| Chloe Bibby | F | 6-2 | 27 | Golden State Valkyries |
| Sara Blicavs | F | 6-2 | 32 | UC Capitals |
| Isobel Borlase | G | 5-11 | 20 | Bendigo Spirit |
| Isabelle Bourne | F | 6-2 | 24 | Southside Flyers |
| Abbey Ellis | G | 5-6 | 24 | Townsville Fire |
| Alex Fowler | F | 6-0 | 23 | Townsville Fire |
| Cayla George | F/C | 6-4 | 36 | Southside Flyers |
| Steph Reid | G | 5-6 | 28 | Sopron Basket |
| Miela Sowah | G | 5-11 | 25 | Townsville Fire |
| Alex Wilson | G | 5-9 | 31 | Perth Lynx |
| Courtney Woods | G/F | 6-0 | 28 | Townsville Fire |