IND vs OMA Full Scorecard (IND Won by 21 Runs): Men’s T20 Asia Cup 2025

By: Cricbites | September 22, 2025

The Men’s A Cup 2025 has moved on, and the group stage is a close one between India and Oman. On paper, this could be a friendly match, as India are the best in world cricket and could find themselves up against an Omani team that is still playing at a high level. For Oman, this is a chance to prove themselves against one of cricket’s greats. And for India, ahead of the knockouts, it’s all about their field.

Here’s a look at the team announcements, women’s names, live scores and statistics for the match.

India Squad for Asia Cup 2025

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a star-studded squad with a mix of experienced players and rising stars. India looks strong, with world-class batsmen, a reliable all-rounder and a strong bowling unit.

Suryakumar Yadav (c) – Batter
Shubman Gill (vc) – Middle-order batter
Abhishek Sharma – Batting allrounder
Arshdeep Singh – Bowler
Jasprit Bumrah – Bowler
Shivam Dube – Allrounder
Harshit Rana – Bowler
Kuldeep Yadav – Bowler
Hardik Pandya – Allrounder
Axar Patel – Allrounder
Sanju Samson – Wicketkeeper-batter
Jitesh Sharma – Wicketkeeper-batter
Rinku Singh – Middle-order batter
Tilak Varma – Batting allrounder
Varun Chakravarthy – Bowler

Key Strengths of India

World-class top order: Rohit, Gill, and Kohli.
All-round depth with Hardik, Jadeja, and Axar.
Deadly bowling trio of Bumrah, Siraj, and Kuldeep.

Oman Squad for Asia Cup 2025

Oman’s inclusion in the Asia Cup is another step towards their rise in international cricket. Although not as experienced as India, they have players who have made a mark in associate cricket and can cause surprises on their day.

Full Oman Squad (Asia Cup 2025)

Jatinder Singh (c) – Batter
Aamir Kaleem – Middle-order batter
Aryan Bisht
Hammad Mirza – Wicketkeeper-batter
Hassnain Shah – Bowler
Mohammad Nadeem – Allrounder
Muhammed Imran
Nadeem Khan – Allrounder
Ashish Odedara
Jiten Ramanandi
Shah Faisal
Shakeel Ahmed – Bowler
Samay Shrivastava – Bowler
Vinayak Shukla – Wicketkeeper-batter
Karan Sonavale – Batting allrounder
Sufyan Mehmood – Bowler
Sufyan Yousaf – Wicketkeeper-batter
Zikria Islam

Key Strengths of Oman

Experienced all-rounders like Zeeshan Maqsood and Aqib Ilyas.
Dependable bowling duo in Bilal Khan and Fayyaz Butt.
Fearless batting approach from Jatinder Singh and Naseem Khushi.

India vs Oman Head-to-Head

With Oman being new to top-level cricket, India and Oman have not faced each other in ODI or Asia Cup history before 2025. This will be their first official Asia Cup meeting, making it a historic encounter.

Quick Details

IND vs OMA: 12th Match, Group A (N), Men’s T20 Asia Cup
When: Friday, 19 September, 2025
Where: Abu Dhabi
Time: 8:00 PM
Status: Match yet to begin

Players to Watch Out For

India

Virat Kohli: The chase master, expected to anchor India’s innings.
Jasprit Bumrah: Can dismantle Oman’s batting lineup with his yorkers.
Suryakumar Yadav: Could provide fireworks in the middle overs.

Oman

Aqib Ilyas: Oman’s captain and best batter.
Bilal Khan: Strike bowler capable of troubling even top-class batters.
Zeeshan Maqsood: Veteran all-rounder with big-match experience.

Key Stats to Know Before the Match

India’s highest team total in Asia Cup: 374/4 vs Hong Kong (2008).
Oman’s highest ODI score: 324/7 vs USA (2022).
India’s top run-getter in Asia Cup: Virat Kohli (776 runs).
Oman’s top run-getter in ODIs: Aqib Ilyas (over 1000 ODI runs).
India’s leading wicket-taker in Asia Cup: Irfan Pathan (22 wickets).
Oman’s strike bowler: Bilal Khan (over 50 ODI wickets).

Match Prediction

On paper, India is a clear favorite. Their batting and bowling lineups are far superior, and anything less than a comfortable victory would be seen as an upset. However, Oman can still make things interesting if:

Their top order, led by Aqib Ilyas and Jatinder Singh, provides a strong start.
Bilal Khan delivers early wickets to put pressure on India’s star-studded top order.
Spinners like Zeeshan Maqsood and Ayaan Khan exploit slow conditions.

That said, India’s depth in both batting and bowling gives them a massive edge.

Prediction: India likely to win comfortably, though Oman may earn praise for their fighting spirit.

Conclusion

The match between India and Oman in the Asia Cup 2025 is a powerhouse match against an emerging nation. For India, it is about continuing the momentum and testing their bench strength. For Oman, on the other hand, it is about gaining experience and possibly causing an upset.

Fans can expect a quality cricket match with spirited performances, and there will be plenty of learning opportunities for the Omani players. Such matches show why the development of cricket in associate countries and tournaments like the Asia Cup are so important.

FAQs: Questions & Answers

Q1. Where will the IND vs OMA match be played?

The match between India and Oman will be played at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi.

Q2. What is the start time of the match?

This match is scheduled to start at 8:00 PM Indian time.

Q3. Where can I watch the match live on TV and online?

In India, the match will be telecast live on Sony Sports Network. For live streaming, fans can use the SonyLIV app and website.

Q4. Has Oman ever played against India before Asia Cup 2025?

No, this will be the first official meeting between India and Oman in the history of the Asia Cup.

Q5. Who are the key bowlers to watch out for in this match?

The key bowlers are as under:

India: Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav, and Mohammed Siraj.
Oman: Bilal Khan, Fayyaz Butt, and Zeeshan Maqsood.