Oman Name Squad for First-Ever Asia Cup Appearance

Oman has named its 17-member squad for its debut campaign at the 2025 Asia Cup, with Jatinder Singh named team captain.

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Placed in Group A alongside Pakistan, India, and hosts UAE, Oman will be tested against Asia’s giants in what promises to be a landmark tournament for the Gulf nation.

Four uncapped players—Sufyan Yousuf, Zikriya Islam, Faisal Shah, and Nadeem Khan—have been handed a chance to make their international debuts. The squad features a blend of experience and youth, with veterans like Aamir Kaleem and Mohammed Nadeem adding stability while newcomers prepare to step onto the big stage.

For Pakistan fans, the news holds meaning as Oman will be the first team to test the team’s mettle. The two sides face off on September 12 in Dubai, a fixture that could set the tone for the group. Oman will then meet the UAE on September 15 before rounding off the group stage against India on September 19 in Abu Dhabi.

Oman’s Asia Cup 2025 Squad

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

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There are no guaranteed wins in cricket, and teams will be cautious of taking Oman lightly at this year’s Asia Cup. While they might not be the favorites in any of their contests, Oman’s participation alone against the Asian elites signals a bright future for the team.

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