D’Tigress Set to Clash with WNBA Powerhouse in Preseason Showdown

The Nigerian women’s national basketball team, widely known as D’Tigress, is preparing for a major international exhibition match against the Minnesota Lynx of the WNBA on Monday, April 27. The preseason encounter, scheduled for 7 p.m. local time at the T‑Mobile Center in Kansas City, marks the return of a WNBA game to the city for the first time in two decades.

The Lynx, one of the most successful franchises in the WNBA with multiple championships, are using the matchup to prepare for the 2026 season. Meanwhile, D’Tigress arrive with momentum from recent international competitions, having broken new ground at global tournaments and maintained a strong continental presence.

Organizers say the game presents an exciting chance for fans in Kansas City to see top‑level women’s basketball from both the American league and Africa’s leading team. Ticket information has already been released ahead of the April clash, which has attracted significant interest from basketball supporters on both sides of the Atlantic.

D’Tigress coach expressed confidence in his squad, highlighting their dedication and readiness to take on one of the toughest WNBA teams. The encounter is expected to be a thrilling showcase of talent and a historic moment for African basketball on American soil.