Oman may not play every Asia Cup, but whenever they do, they make an impact. The highlight of Oman’s Asia Cup journey came in the 2016 T20 Asia Cup qualifiers, where they posted 180/5 against Hong Kong — a record that still stands as their highest total in Asia Cup history. Let’s dive into the details of that match and look at Oman’s top T20 totals in the tournament.
Oman’s Highest Score in Asia Cup– 180/5 vs Hong Kong
- Match: Oman vs Hong Kong, Qualifying Group, Fatullah (2016)
- Score: 180/5 in 20 overs
- Run Rate: 9.00
- Result: Oman won by 5 runs
Oman’s innings was a display of calculated aggression. After solid contributions by Jatinder Singh (42) and Adnan Ilyas (23), the middle and lower order provided fireworks — Mehran Khan (28 off 16) and Amir Ali (32 off 13) smashed Hong Kong’s bowlers to all parts of the ground. This total became a benchmark for Oman’s batting strength in T20 cricket.
Read Also:- Afghanistan Highest Score in Asia Cup (T20 & ODI)
Other Notable High Score – 165/4 vs Afghanistan
Oman’s second-best total came against Afghanistan in the same tournament where they scored 165/4 in 20 overs, despite ending on the losing side. This performance again showed Oman’s ability to consistently cross the 150+ mark against stronger teams.
Top 5 Oman Highest Scores in Asia Cup T20
| Rank | Score | Overs | Run Rate | Opposition | Ground | Year | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 180/5 | 20.0 | 9.00 | Hong Kong | Fatullah | 2016 | Won by 5 runs |
| 2 | 165/4 | 20.0 | 8.25 | Afghanistan | Fatullah | 2016 | Lost |
| 3 | 101/8 | 20.0 | 5.05 | U.A.E. | Mirpur | 2016 | Lost |
| 4 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| 5 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
Note: Oman has participated in very few Asia Cup T20 matches, so only three top totals are officially recorded so far.
Key Takeaways
- Consistency: Oman crossed 150+ runs twice in a single edition, a rare feat for an Associate team.
- Explosive Finishers: Players like Amir Ali and Mehran Khan played crucial roles in posting these totals.
- Competitive Spirit: These high scores show that Oman is capable of challenging stronger teams on their day.
See Also:- Hong Kong Highest Score in Asia Cup (T20 & ODI)
Final Thoughts
Oman’s 180/5 vs Hong Kong is not just their highest score but a statement of intent that they can dominate in T20 cricket. With more exposure and opportunities in future Asia Cups, Oman could break their own record and aim for a 200+ score soon.
