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In a historic moment Oman have announced their 17-member squad for the Asia Cup 2025. This marks their first-ever appearance in the prestigious continental tournament. Led by experienced opener Jatinder Singh, the team will be looking to make a strong impression on the world stage after earning their spot by finishing as runners-up in the ACC Premier Cup 2024. The squad is a mix of seasoned players and exciting young talent, reflecting the growth and development of cricket in Oman.
Jatinder Singh will lead Oman in their maiden Asia Cup appearance
The squad, named on Monday, features a blend of youth and experience, with several key players expected to be crucial to Oman’s campaign. Jatinder will lead the batting lineup, which also includes promising young talent Hammad Mirza and the experienced duo of Mohammad Nadeem and Vinayak Shukla. The bowling unit is anchored by the pace of Hassnain Ali Shah and Mohammad Imran, with Sufyan Mehmood providing crucial variations.
The inclusion of four debutants underscores Oman’s focus on building for the future. Coach Duleep Mendis has expressed confidence in the team’s ability to compete at the highest level, emphasizing the mental toughness required to face cricketing powerhouses like India and Pakistan. This tournament provides an unparalleled opportunity for these players to showcase their skills on a global platform.
Oman’s 17-member squad:
Jatinder Singh (Captain), Hammad Mirza, Vinayak Shukla (wk), Sufyan Yousuf (wk), Ashish Odedera, Aamir Kaleem, Mohammad Nadeem, Sufyan Mehmood, Aryan Bisht, Karan Sonavale, Zikriya Islam, Hassnain Ali Shah, Faisal Shah, Mohammad Imran, Nadeem Khan, Shakeel Ahmad, Samay Shrivastava
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Oman to take on heavyweights in Group A of Asia Cup 2025
The Asia Cup 2025 is set to take place in the United Arab Emirates from September 9 to September 28. Oman has been placed in Group A alongside India, Pakistan, and the host nation, UAE. Their schedule of group matches is a challenging but exciting one, starting with a clash against Pakistan on September 12 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. They will then take on the UAE on September 15 in Abu Dhabi, before concluding their group stage with a highly anticipated match against India at the same venue on September 19. A strong performance in these matches would be a massive achievement and a testament to the progress of Omani cricket.
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