India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 — Match Preview
Cricket fans are in for an exciting Friday as India face Oman on September 19, 2025 in Abu Dhabi. While India have already qualified for the Super 4 stage, Oman will be aiming to end their campaign on a high. For India, this game is all about fine-tuning combinations before they lock horns with tougher opponents ahead.
Match Details
- Date: Friday, September 19, 2025
- Time: 8:00 PM IST
- Venue: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
What’s at Stake?
- India: Already through to the Super 4s, but the focus is on rotating players, giving youngsters game time, and maintaining winning momentum.
- Oman: Eliminated from the tournament but looking to challenge a giant like India and put in a spirited performance.
Pitch & Conditions
The Sheikh Zayed pitch usually supports batters early with good bounce, while spinners get help as the game progresses. Teams batting first here have often posted 160+ scores, making the toss an important factor.
Probable Playing XIs
India (expected)
Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson (wk), Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy, Arshdeep Singh, Mukesh Kumar
Oman (expected)
Jatinder Singh (c), Naseem Khushi, Ayaan Khan, Zeeshan Maqsood, Mohammad Nadeem, Amir Kaleem, Sandeep Goud, Bilal Khan, Kaleemullah, Shah Faisal, Fayyaz Butt
Key Players to Watch
- India: Abhishek Sharma’s explosive batting, Kuldeep Yadav’s spin magic, and Hardik Pandya’s all-round strength.
- Oman: Captain Jatinder Singh, plus bowlers Shah Faisal and Amir Kaleem, who impressed in earlier matches.
Prediction
On paper, India are clear favourites. Oman will need something extraordinary to pull off an upset. Expect India to rest a few seniors, but even with changes, their depth gives them a strong edge. A score of 160–180 batting first could be enough to seal the game.
Final Word
This may not decide qualification, but it’s an important rehearsal for India before the Super 4s. Oman, on the other hand, will look to play fearless cricket and enjoy the challenge of facing one of the world’s best teams. Fans can expect fireworks in Abu Dhabi tonight.