The twelfth clash of the Asia Cup 2025 brings a high-voltage encounter as India face Oman at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi. India, the tournament heavyweights, aim to showcase their batting power and bowling depth, while Oman, the spirited underdogs, look to script an upset.
Match Details
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Match: India vs Oman, 12th Match, Group A, Asia Cup 2025
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Date & Time: Friday, September 19, 2025 – 8:00 PM (Local Time)
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Venue: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
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TV Broadcast: Sony Sports Network (India), PTV Sports (Pakistan), Ariana TV (Afghanistan), OSN Sports (Middle East)
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Live Streaming: SonyLiv & FanCode (India), Tamasha (Pakistan), YuppTV (USA, Canada, Europe), ESPN+ (USA), Sky Sports (UK)
Team Overviews
India:
India’s batting line-up is among the most dangerous in world cricket. Shubman Gill, averaging 38.5 with a strike rate of 135, provides a reliable opening start. Suryakumar Yadav (captain) brings flair with his 147 strike rate, while the middle order of Hardik Pandya, Shreyas Iyer, and Rinku Singh adds depth and finishing ability. Pandya’s all-round value with 1,200+ T20I runs and 75 wickets makes him the team’s X-factor.
On the bowling front, Jasprit Bumrah leads with his deadly yorkers and an economy of 7.2, particularly effective in the death overs. Kuldeep Yadav adds spin control, while Arshdeep Singh and Varun Chakaravarthy provide variety. India’s fielding is another strength, with athleticism and safe catching often turning games in their favor.
Oman:
Led by Jatinder Singh, Oman relies on disciplined cricket. Singh anchors the innings with 450+ T20I runs at a strike rate of 125. Vinayak Shukla and wicketkeeper Hammad Mirza provide important support, with Mirza’s finishing strike rate of 130 boosting lower-order strength.
Oman’s bowling is their biggest asset. Shakeel Ahmed (45 wickets, economy 7.4) and Mohammad Imran add balance as all-rounders. Their pace attack of Samay Mehmood and Hassnain Shah has combined for 65 wickets in just 35 games, while spinners Ashish Odedara and Mohammad Nadeem bring control in middle overs. Improved fielding, especially Hammad Mirza’s run-saving ability and a high catching success rate, makes Oman a side that cannot be underestimated.
Head-to-Head Record
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India vs Oman in T20Is: Yet to meet (0-0).
This will be the first-ever T20I clash between the two nations, adding excitement and unpredictability.
Pitch & Weather Report
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Pitch: The Sheikh Zayed Stadium offers balance. Early overs support batters with true bounce, while spinners get grip later. Under lights, seamers benefit from swing and movement.
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Weather: Hot and hazy conditions, with temperatures around 40°C in the day, dipping to 30–33°C by night. Humidity 45–50%, with low chances of dew.
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Stadium Record: 95 T20Is played – Teams batting first won 44, chasing sides won 51. Average first innings score: 137.
Probable Playing XIs
India (Probable XI):
Suryakumar Yadav (c), Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Axar Patel, Shivam Dube, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav.
Oman (Probable XI):
Jatinder Singh (c), Aamir Kaleem, Hammad Mirza (wk), Vinayak Shukla, Shakeel Ahmed, Mohammad Imran, Samay Mehmood, Ashish Odedara, Mohammad Nadeem, Hassnain Shah, Zikria Islam.
Key Players to Watch
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India: Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya.
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Oman: Jatinder Singh, Shakeel Ahmed, Hammad Mirza.
Probable Scenarios
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If India bats first, they may aim for 180+, putting pressure on Oman’s chase.
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Oman’s chances hinge on their bowlers striking early to remove Gill and Suryakumar.
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Abu Dhabi’s chasing-friendly record could favor India if they bowl first.
Match Prediction
India start as clear favorites with superior depth, experience, and match-winners in both departments. However, Oman’s disciplined bowling and fearless batting could make this a closer contest than expected. Realistically, India are predicted to win, but if Oman’s bowlers exploit early movement, a major upset cannot be ruled out.
Prediction: India to win, but Oman to put up a spirited fight.