Australia went into the 2025 FIBA U17 Oceania Cup as historical favourites, boasting three consecutive tournament wins and eight of the last nine, since 2006. Early on, during a semi final seeding game, it became clear that New Zealand would be serious contenders. Australia eked out a 93-87 victory after trailing 33-50 at half time, but New Zealand ultimately had the last laugh in the grand finale, strolling to an 82-62 win.
Here are five players across both teams that stood out, in a whirlwind tournament that saw New Zealand pick up their second U17 Oceania crown.
