Muharraq produced a dominant second half to defeat Al Manama 94-79 and lift the Bahrain Super Cup, turning a close rivalry game into a comfortable trophy-winning performance.

The Super Cup final was billed as a clash between two of Bahrain basketball’s most recognizable sides, and for 20 minutes it lived up to the hype. Muharraq led 48-38 at halftime, then pulled away with a 24-21 third quarter and a steady closing period. The win adds another piece of silverware to Muharraq’s cabinet and hands Al Manama an early-season reminder of the gap they must close in big games.

Match overview

Muharraq started with intent, pushing the pace off made baskets and attacking Al Manama’s interior defense. A 10-2 run midway through the first quarter helped them build a 26-20 lead, and they never trailed again. Al Manama kept within striking distance behind perimeter shooting, but Muharraq’s offensive rebounding and transition scoring proved decisive. The second half followed a similar pattern: Al Manama threatened briefly, Muharraq responded with a run, and the final quarter became a controlled finish.

• Quarter scores: Muharraq 26-22-24-22 — 94; Al Manama 20-18-21-20 — 79
• Field-goal shooting: Muharraq 51%, Al Manama 44%
• Rebounds: Muharraq 38, Al Manama 32
• Turnovers: Muharraq 12, Al Manama 17

Key moments

The game’s decisive stretch arrived late in the third quarter. With Muharraq leading 66-57, Ali Hasan hit a step-back three, then forced a turnover that led to a fast-break dunk. Another defensive stop produced a corner three from Mohammed Hussain, pushing the margin to 17 and forcing Al Manama into a timeout. Al Manama never recovered. Muharraq’s bench celebrated the final possession as the clock wound down, and the trophy presentation capped a confident all-around display.

Tactical story

Muharraq’s full-court pressure was the story of the night. They forced 17 turnovers and converted them into 22 points, repeatedly denying Al Manama clean entry passes. On offense, Muharraq attacked the rim early, drew fouls, and then punished help defense with skip passes to shooters. Al Manama’s half-court offense was effective in spurts, but they settled for contested threes in the fourth quarter and could not match Muharraq’s physicality on the glass.

Standout players

Ali Hasan led all scorers with 25 points and eight rebounds, earning Super Cup final MVP honors. Mohammed Hussain added 20 points and six assists, while big man Hassan Jaffer contributed 14 points and nine rebounds. For Al Manama, Ahmed Ali scored 22 points and grabbed seven rebounds, and veteran guard Hussain Ahmed added 15 points. Al Manama’s bench gave them energy in the second quarter but could not sustain the production after halftime.

Season impact

For Muharraq, the Bahrain Super Cup is more than a one-off trophy: it validates their depth and sets the tone for the domestic season. Al Manama will need to address turnover issues and defensive rebounding before the next meeting between the rivals. The result also adds another chapter to one of Bahrain basketball’s most competitive head-to-head series.