Oman

The Oman national cricket team, representing the Sultanate of Oman, has steadily carved its niche in the world of cricket since it was established in the late 1970s. Cricket's roots in Oman can be traced back to the expatriate community, particularly those from the Indian subcontinent, who brought with them a rich passion for the game. The Oman Cricket Association, formed in the early 1980s, laid the groundwork for the development of cricket in the country and became an affiliate member of the International Cricket Council (ICC) in 2000.

Oman's journey on the international stage is a testament to perseverance and steady growth. The team's breakthrough came when they qualified for the ICC World Twenty20 in 2016, marking their arrival on the global cricket scene. Not just content with participation, Oman stunned the cricketing world by securing a victory against Ireland in their first-ever T20 World Cup match. This achievement was monumental and highlighted the team's potential to punch above its weight on the world stage.

Key players have undoubtedly been the backbone of Oman’s success. Zeeshan Maqsood, the captain, has been pivotal with both bat and ball, providing crucial contributions in significant matches. Khawar Ali has also been a standout performer, known for his all-round abilities that have often swung games in Oman's favour. Their synergy on the field often sets the tone for the team's performance.

One of the most notable rivalries Oman has fostered is with neighbouring UAE. Encounters between these two teams have been fiercely contested, often acting as a benchmark for Oman's standing in the region. These matches tend to be not just contests of skill but also of national pride, drawing substantial interest from fans in both countries.

Oman’s playing style leans on its robust spin attack, often exploiting slow pitches that suit their bowlers. The batsmen are known for their grit and ability to graft innings under pressure, reflecting a strategy of patience and precision rather than brute force.

Culturally, cricket in Oman has blossomed beyond the expatriate community, gaining a foothold even among the local population. The Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex in Muscat serves as their home ground, where passionate fans, albeit in modest numbers, bring a unique vibrancy to the matches. Flags waving and the echoes of drums accompany the team’s forays onto the field, creating a festive yet intense atmosphere.

In essence, Oman cricket, with its unpretentious yet determined journey, embodies the spirit of emerging teams in international cricket, making them a team to watch on the global stage.

USA tour of Oman, 3rd Match, Twenty20 International - February 23, 2025

Oman

123/10 (20)

United States of America

127/2 (15.1)

United States of America won by 8 wickets (with 29 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Milind Kumar

USA tour of Oman, 2nd Match, Twenty20 International - February 21, 2025

Oman

141/9 (20)

United States of America

142/6 (19.3)

United States of America won by 4 wickets (with 3 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Monank Patel

USA tour of Oman, 1st Match, Twenty20 International - February 20, 2025

Oman

190/5 (20)

United States of America

194/3 (19)

United States of America won by 7 wickets (with 6 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Saiteja Mukkamalla

Netherlands tour of Oman, 3rd T20I, Twenty20 International - November 16, 2024

Oman

118/9 (20)

Netherlands

147/9 (20)

Netherlands won by 29 runs

Player of the Match

Kyle Klein

Netherlands tour of Oman, 2nd T20I, Twenty20 International - November 14, 2024

Oman

135/7 (20)

Netherlands

185/6 (20)

Netherlands won by 50 runs

Player of the Match

Scott Edwards

Netherlands tour of Oman, 1st T20I, Twenty20 International - November 13, 2024

Oman

139/7 (19.1)

Netherlands

138/7 (20)

Oman won by 3 wickets (with 5 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Hammad Mirza

Triangular Serie (Canada), 6th Match, Tri-Series - October 3, 2024

Canada

83/5 (14.1)

Oman

82/10 (19.4)

Canada won by 5 wickets (with 35 balls remaining)

Triangular Serie (Canada), 5th Match, Tri-Series - October 2, 2024

Oman

101/10 (17.5)

Nepal

157/7 (20)

Nepal won by 56 runs

Triangular Serie (Canada), 3rd Match, Tri-Series - September 30, 2024

Canada

106/10 (19.5)

Oman

107/2 (15)

Oman won by 8 wickets (with 30 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Aqib Ilyas Sulehri

Triangular Serie (Canada), 2nd Match, Tri-Series - September 29, 2024

Oman

139/10 (19.1)

Nepal

176/6 (20)

Nepal won by 37 runs

Jatinder Singh
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 36

Aamir Kaleem
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 43

Hammad Mirza
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 26

Wasim Ali
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 26

Mohammad Nadeem
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 42

Vinayak Shukla
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style:
Bowling Style:
Age: 30

Sufyan Mehmood
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 33

Shakeel Ahmed
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 37

Samay Shrivastava
Position: Bowler
Batting Style:
Bowling Style:
Age: 25

Hassnain Ali Shah
Position: Bowler
Batting Style:
Bowling Style:
Age: 28

Mujibur Nitul Ali
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 28

Jiten Ramanandi
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 30

Siddharth Bukkapatnam
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 34

Muhammed Imran
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 35

Bilal Shah
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 27

Sandeep Goud
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 44

Ajay Lalcheta
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 41

Khawar Ali
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak
Age: 39

Khurram Nawaz
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 39

Bilal Khan
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 37

Twinkal Bhandari
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 37

Moonamchery Michal
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 41

Badal Kumar Singh
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 37

Kaleem Ullah
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 34

Jay Odedra
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 35

Fayyaz Butt
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 31

Zeeshan Maqsood
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 37

Ayan Khan
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 32

Kashyap Prajapati
Position: Batsman
Batting Style:
Bowling Style:
Age: 25

Rafi Ullah
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 28

Adeel Ahmad Shafique
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style:
Bowling Style:
Age: 25

Nestor Dhamba
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 35

Shoaib Khan
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 24

Ayaan Khan
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 32

Aqib Ilyas Sulehri
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 32

Khalid Kail
Position: Batsman
Batting Style:
Bowling Style:
Age: 28

Pratik Athavale
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 27

Muzahir Raza
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 22

Suraj Kumar
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 36

Naseem Khushi
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 42

Mehran Khan
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 38

Ashish Rambhai Odedra
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 33

Aamer Ali
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 46

Munis Ansari
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 39

Sultan Ahmed
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 47

Adnan Ilyas
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 40

Rajesh Ranpura
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 41

Al Amerat Cricket Ground Oman Cricket (Ministry Turf 1)
City: Al Amarat
Country: Oman