FIBA U18 Women’s Asia Cup 2026 Division A: New Zealand Faces Malaysia

The FIBA U18 Women’s Asia Cup 2026 Division A matchup between New Zealand and Malaysia took place at the Karisma Arena in Seremban. The officiating team included referees Kim Bohui from Korea, Chen Pei Tzu from Taiwan, and Tsen Michelle Chian Yie from Singapore, with Peng Ling from China serving as the commissioner and technical delegate.

In their head-to-head record, New Zealand holds one victory over Malaysia, who has yet to record a win against them. The last time these teams met was on October 30, 2018, during the FIBA U18 Women's Asian Championship Division A.

In the current tournament, New Zealand averages 56.3 points per game, while Malaysia trails with 31.7. Rebounds per game are also in favor of New Zealand at 40 to Malaysia's 30.7. In assists, New Zealand averages 9.7 compared to Malaysia's 6.3. Field goal percentages reveal a strong performance from New Zealand with 54% in free throws, while Malaysia’s shooting struggles continue with 16.9% from two-point range and 20% from three-point range.