Astana take bronze at the Games of the Future 2025

The Games of the Future Abu Dhabi 2025 have come to a close in the UAE capital, bringing together sport, digital competition, and innovation over six intense days. The final day not only crowned the winners, but also marked a symbolic handover to Kazakhstan, which will host the next edition of the Games in Astana in 2026.

Sixteen teams from different countries competed in the phygital basketball tournament, a fast-growing format that combines a digital stage with live 3x3 action on the court. The level of competition was high throughout, with every game demanding focus, adaptability, and teamwork.



In the third-place game, Astana delivered a confident performance to secure the bronze medals, finishing the tournament on the podium. The result reflects the team’s character, tactical awareness, and growing chemistry in this innovative discipline.

Astana was represented at the tournament by Ruslan Aitkali (team captain), Sardal Abashidze, Aset Amangeldinov, and Ruslan Vlasov.

A podium finish at the Games of the Future 2025 is an important step for the development of phygital basketball in Kazakhstan and further underlines Astana’s progress on the international stage, especially with the next Games set to take place on home soil next year.