Mes started the Group B losing to defending champions Khaleej Club of Saudi Arabia 31-22 but defeated Oman’s Ahli Sidab 33-19 and Kuwait’s Kazma 26-20 in their next matches.

The Iranian team will play the third-place team of Group A on Tuesday.

The tournament is being held from Nov. 11 to 22 in Doha, Qatar and will serve as a qualifier for the 2025 IHF Super Globe.