Iran vs Bahrain Live Stream & Tips – Low-Scoring Contest at the Asian Games 2026

Vedran Ostojic

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Last updated: Tue 15 Sep 2026 13:58

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Both teams are struggling with shooting in the tournament
We are predicting a low-scoring affair in the quarterfinals
Watch Iran vs Bahrain live at the Asian Games 2026

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Match Preview

It's been almost five years since these Asian rivals locked horns. Both have underperformed so far at the Asian Games 2026, and just one will get to keep their medal hopes alive.

Match Preview
Iran Recovering After a Surprising Opening Defeat
Bahrein Securing a Quarterfinal Spot

Iran Recovering After a Surprising Opening Defeat

Iran's shooting percentages were awful in their first appearance at the Asian Games 2026, which led to a surprising loss to Qatar 59-55.

They recovered in the second round, taking the underdog role this time to beat Taiwan 72-69 in a dramatic finish, while wrapping up the group stage with an 81-68 victory against Jordan, once again as underdogs.

Iran's biggest accomplishments so far at the Asian Games were back-to-back silver medals earned in 2014 in Incheon and Jakarta in 2018.

Bahrain Securing a Quarterfinal Spot

Bahrain looked great in the first three quarters of their Asian Games 2026 opening match against the Philippines and almost wasted everything in the last 10 minutes, getting away with an 89-85 victory.

They were unrecognizable in their second appearance, suffering a heavy 105-59 loss against China, while claiming a spot in the quarterfinals thanks to a convincing 101-78 victory over Kazakhstan in the final round.

Bahrain advanced to the Asian Games 2023 playoffs too after securing just one victory in three group-stage matches, but their run ended with a convincing 88-73 loss to South Korea in the Round of 16.

Verdict

Iran v Bahrain

Both sides are struggling with their shooting throughout the tournament, and since this is a high-stakes match, I expect a lot of nervous play and under 148.5 points.

Under 148.5

Total Points

@9/10 - 2 Units

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