Iran had defeated Thailand 72-29, Pakistan 74-21, Bahrain 92-17, and lost to Bangladesh 55-48 and India 46-29 in the preliminary round.

The 3rd Asian Youth Games are taking place in Bahrain from October 22 to 31.

The Games serve as qualifiers for the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar.

Iran has sent 236 athletes to the Games.