Super League Basketball Cup Finals return to Manchester for second year running

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SLB Cup finals Manchester AO Arena tickets 2027

Following the roaring success of last season’s epic conclusion, the 2026/27 Super League Basketball (SLB) Cup Finals are returning to the AO in Manchester.

Coming back for a second consecutive edition, the SLB’s domestic cup finals tournament will be taking over the city centre’s historic sporting and entertainment space for what is sure to be an even more exciting contest than the previous.

With the AO having now played host to countless combat clashes, the Davis Cup, reclaiming their status as Manchester Storm’s home ice hockey stadium, not to mention various motorsport events, they’re really is enjoying a great sporting streak.

Intertwining themselves even deeper with UK basketball’s premier division, we’ll be hoping we can carry the home advantage all the way this time around.

Landing early next year, the arena’s bowl will be turned into a basketball venue which will host the top teams and talents throughout Britain.

Showcasing some of the very best men’s and women’s stars, this is one of the competition’s biggest flagship dates on the national calendar.

Offering clubs the first real chance of winning major silverware in the annual campaign, the organisers are urging fans to grab their tickets earlier than ever this year, with interest in the domestic game increasing constantly.

Local fans really showed up this past spring.

Set to take place on Sunday, 21 March 2027, next year’s deciders will see the female final tip off in the early afternoon, before the men’s players take to the court for a chance at the trophy.

In Manc basketball news, MCR have confirmed several key signings ahead of the new term, including a former London Lion.

SLB’s Head of Events, Clare Holmes, said in a statement: “We’re thrilled to be bringing the SLB Cup Finals back to the AO Arena for a second consecutive year.

“Last season’s event demonstrated the incredible appetite for elite basketball in Manchester, with a fantastic atmosphere created by supporters from across the country.

“Our goal is to continue raising the bar for our major events, and we’re excited to welcome fans back for another unforgettable day celebrating the very best of Super League Basketball.”

With Liverpool having recently announced a new team and becoming the latest franchise to join the SLB circuit, we’re looking forward to even tighter ties than ever.

Early pre-sale access will be available to fans signed up to the official mailing list from Monday, 10 August, while general admission tickets go live at 10am the following week (17 Aug).

You can get ready to grab yours right HERE.

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Featured Images — Publicity pictures (supplied via AO Arena/MCR Basketball)

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