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BFI grants 3x3 basketball league 3BL official recognition

Last updated : May 17, 2021 19:05
SportzPower Team
May 14, 2021 18:05

NEW DELHI: The Basketball Federation of India (BFI) has given recognition to 3BL, to take 3x3 basketball to the next level in India.

3BL is now among the only organizations in the world to have exclusive rights from the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) as well as the National Federation (BFI).

The recognition will improve India’s chances for qualifying in the 3x3 basketball events at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

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