The All Africa Mixed Team Championships came to an end in spectacular fashion at Japoma Gymnasium in Douala, Cameroon, with Algeria claiming their first-ever title in this category. Facing Mauritius in the final, Algeria secured a 3-1 victory, adding another milestone to their already impressive record.
Ranked No. 1 in Africa for the BWF Team Event Rankings, Algeria has been a dominant force, having won the Thomas Cup and qualified for the TUC Finals four times in a row. This new achievement marks a historic moment for their team, as they now prepare to represent Africa at the prestigious Sudirman Cup in China this May.
With a full squad of six men and six women, Algeria had the advantage of rotating players throughout the competition. This depth allowed them to stay fresh and maintain their high level of play. Their preparation, planning, and team strategy have set a benchmark for African badminton, making them an inspiration for other teams looking to reach the top.
MATCH SUMMARY
Match 1 – Mixed Doubles
Algeria started strong with Koceila Mammeri and Linda Mazri dominating Mauritius’ Lucas Douce and Chiara How Hong. The Algerian pair controlled the game from the start, winning in straight sets (21-11, 21-15).
Match 2 – Men’s Singles
Mauritius fought back through Georges Julien Paul, who delivered a determined performance against Adel Hamek. After losing the first game 18-21, Paul turned the match around, winning the next two games (21-15, 21-11) to bring Mauritius level at 1-1.
Match 3 – Women’s Singles
Halla Bouksani restored Algeria’s lead with a solid victory over Elsa How Hong. Despite strong efforts from the Mauritian shuttler, Bouksani remained composed and secured the win in straight games (21-13, 21-17).
Match 4 – Men’s Doubles
The deciding match saw Koceila Mammeri return to the court, this time partnering with Youcef Sabri Medel. The pair faced Jean Bernard Bongout and Georges Julien Paul in a gripping battle. After splitting the first two games (21-14, 17-21), Algeria stepped up in the final game, taking control and closing the match 21-11 to seal the championship.
Speaking to BCA TV after the match, Koceila Mammeri shared his excitement:
“This is the first time we are winning the Mixed Team Championship, as we are more used to winning the Thomas Cup. It has been a great experience, and every member of our team has worked extremely hard for this moment. Now, we will rest and prepare for the Individual Championships.”
With the team event now concluded, attention shifts to the All Africa Individual Championships, starting tomorrow at 9 AM. Fans can catch all the action live on BCA TV via YouTube and Facebook. Daily updates will also be available on BCA’s WhatsApp channel.
Who will rise to become the African champion? Stay tuned for all the excitement!
