D'Tigress announce 21-player roster for WNBA tour ahead of World Cup

D'Tigress head coach Rena Wakama unveiled a 21-player squad for training camp and WNBA tour in the US, starting Saturday. Key players Ezinne Kalu, Promise Amukamara, and Victoria Macaulary were included in the African champions' roster. The team faces three WNBA teams: Los Angeles Sparks on April 25, Minnesota Lynx on April 27, and Indiana Fever on May 2. This tour serves as crucial preparation for Nigeria's defense of their title at the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup in Berlin, Germany from September 4-13. Playing against professional WNBA teams provides top-tier competition that could determine D'Tigress' readiness for the World Cup. Will the team gain enough competitive edge from these matches to successfully defend their championship title?

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