(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
Oman Announces 17-Member Squad for 2025 Asia Cup; Jatinder Singh Named Captain
Oman has unveiled its 17-member squad for its debut campaign at the 2025 Asia Cup, with Jatinder Singh leading the team as captain.
Placed in Group A alongside cricket heavyweights Pakistan, India, and hosts UAE, Oman will face a tough challenge in what promises to be a historic tournament for the Gulf nation.
Four uncapped players—Sufyan Yousuf, Zikriya Islam, Faisal Shah, and Nadeem Khan—have been given the chance to make their international debuts. The squad blends experience and youth, with seasoned players like Aamir Kaleem and Mohammed Nadeem providing stability while newcomers gear up for the big stage.
Asia Cup 2025 Fixtures for Oman:
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Sep 12: Oman vs Pakistan (Dubai)
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Sep 15: Oman vs UAE
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Sep 19: Oman vs India (Abu Dhabi)
For Pakistan fans, the opener against Oman will be particularly significant, as it could set the tone for the group stage.
Oman’s 2025 Asia Cup Squad:
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Jatinder Singh (c)
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Hammad Mirza
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Vinayak Shukla
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Sufyan Yousuf
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Ashish Odedera
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Aamir Kaleem
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Mohammed Nadeem
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Sufyan Mehmood
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Aryan Bisht
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Karan Sonavale
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Zikriya Islam
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Hassnain Ali Shah
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Faisal Shah
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Muhammed Imran
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Nadeem Khan
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Shakeel Ahmad
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Samay Shrivastava
While Oman may not be favorites in their matches, cricket fans should not underestimate the Gulf team. Their participation against Asia’s top sides highlights the growing strength and potential of Omani cricket on the international stage.
