Oman Pick Four Uncapped Players for Maiden Asia Cup Appearance

Oman Pick Four Uncapped Players for Maiden Asia Cup Appearance

Oman have announced a 17-member squad for their historic first-ever appearance at the Asia Cup, set to begin next month. The team, led by experienced opener Jatinder Singh, features four uncapped players: Sufyan Yousuf, Zikria Islam, Faisal Shah, and Nadeem Khan.

The Asia Cup 2025 marks a major milestone for Oman cricket as they step onto one of the most prestigious stages in Asian cricket. Head coach Duleep Mendis expressed his excitement about the opportunity and the significance of competing against some of the region’s cricketing heavyweights.

“It is real that we are participating in the Asia Cup – a major tournament and a fantastic opportunity for our players to showcase their skills on a global stage,” Mendis said. “Playing against teams like India and Pakistan is a moment to embrace for any cricketer. Anything can happen in a fast-paced T20 game, where one over of brilliance can change everything.”

Mendis highlighted Oman’s thorough preparation leading into the tournament, with the ongoing National T20 tournament providing players with essential match practice and competitive exposure. “Our training sessions have been intense and focused. It’s not just about skills – in high-pressure games against elite teams, mental strength is equally crucial. We are hopeful of making an impact in this Asia Cup and showcasing Oman as a growing cricketing nation.”

Oman have been drawn into Group A, where they will begin their campaign against Pakistan on September 12. They will then face UAE on September 15 before meeting India on September 19 in a much-anticipated clash.

This will be Oman’s second appearance in a major multi-nation tournament, following their participation in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup last year. Their most recent competitive outing was during the Men's Cricket World Cup League 2, held in Lauderhill, USA, in May.

With a squad combining youth and experience, Oman are looking to turn heads and test themselves against Asia's finest.

Oman Squad for Asia Cup 2025:

Jatinder Singh (capt), Hammad Mirza, Vinayak Shukla, Sufyan Yousuf, Ashish Odedara, Aamir Kaleem, Mohammed Nadeem, Sufyan Mehmood, Aryan Bisht, Karan Sonavale, Zikria Islam, Hassnain Shah, Faisal Shah, Muhammed Imran, Nadeem Khan, Shakeel Ahmed, Samay Shrivastava.