Indian-Origin Player to Lead Oman in Asia Cup 2025

The 2025 men’s Asia Cup is scheduled to be held in the United Arab Emirates from September 9 to September 28, with matches set at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium and Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi. The tournament will feature eight teams, including the five full members of the Asian Cricket Council - Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, who qualified automatically.

Joining them are the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Hong Kong, the top three finishers of the 2024 ACC Men’s Premier Cup. The Asia Cup 2025 will follow a T20 International format, starting with a group stage, followed by a super four stage, and concluding with the Final. Group A will consist of India, Pakistan, the United Arab Emirates, and Oman, while Group B features Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Hong Kong, and Sri Lanka. India will enter the tournament as the defending champions.

With the tournament approaching, most of the participating teams have confirmed their squads. Among recent developments, Oman have officially announced their 17-member squad, marking the country’s first-ever appearance in the Asia Cup. Led by Indian-Origin player Jatinder Singh, the announcement has generated excitement among cricket fans. With Oman confirming their squad, fans are wondering whereabouts of the Sri Lanka and the United Arab Emirates Asia Cup and when they will be announced.

Oman Squad for Asia Cup 2025: Jatinder Singh to Lead

Oman’s Asia Cup Squad is a mix of experienced players and emerging talent. Jatinder Singh will captain the side, while Hammad Mirza is expected to serve as his deputy. The squad features might not have the best cricketers in the world but they have seasoned campaigners such as Mohammad Nadeem, Vinayak Shukla, and Hassnain Ali Shah, who will bring crucial experience to both batting and bowling units. A total of four new faces - Sufyan Yousuf, Zikriya Islam, Faisal Shah, and Nadeem Khan will make their international debut. Here is the full Oman Asia Cup squad:

Jatinder Singh (c), Hammad Mirza, Vinayak Shukla, Sufyan Yousuf, Ashish Odedra, Aamir Kaleem, Mohammed Nadeem, Sufyan Mehmood, Aryan Bisht, Karan Sonavale, Zikriya Islam, Hassnain Ali Shah, Faisal Shah, Muhammed Imran, Nadeem Khan, Shakeel Ahmad, and Samay Shrivastava.

“Oman enters the Asia Cup with a blend of experience and youth, determined to leave a mark against Asia’s cricketing powerhouses. The tournament will not only test their skills but also their mental toughness on one of the most-watched platforms in the sport,” said coach Duleep Mendis.

The squad composition of Oman reflects a strategy to balance experience with youth, aiming for stability while leaving room for breakthrough performance. The team’s blend of veteran players and promising newcomers will be important in adapting to the high-pressure situations of the Asia Cup 2025.

Oman Asia Cup 2025 Schedule

As a debutant, Oman enters the Asia Cup 2025 with the chance to compete against some of the best cricket teams in the world like India and Pakistan. The group stage matches against India, Pakistan, and the UAE will provide valuable exposure and experience. These games are important for the young and less experienced squad to test their skills, strategy, playing 11 combinations, and mental resilience of the team. Below is the Oman Asia Cup 2025 schedule as they aim to spring a surprise.

Head oach Duleep Mendis emphasises that participating in the Asia Cup offers Oman an opportunity to showcase talent and accelerate the growth of cricket in the country. The tournament will also serve as a platform for debutants to prove themselves, potentially attracting opportunities in franchise leagues nationwide. A strong performance in the Asia Cup 2025 would help the team to grow cricket and gain confidence to compete at higher levels. While expectations might be modest, Oman’s participation in the tournament is a significant step in their growing cricket career.