India and Oman are set to face each other in T20 cricket for the first time in an official international match during the Asia Cup 2025. While India enters the tournament as the defending champions, Oman will be playing their first-ever Asia Cup, making this clash a historic moment for them.
Even though both teams have not met at the international level in T20Is, they have played against each other in domestic ACC tournaments, where India has dominated. Here’s a detailed look at their T20 head-to-head stats, records, key players, and match insights.
India vs Oman T20 Head-to-Head Overview
| Format | Matches Played | India Won | Oman Won | Tied / No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20I (International) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T20 (Domestic ACC Competitions) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Key Fact: Their only T20 encounter came in the 2024 ACC Men’s Emerging Asia Cup, where India chased down Oman’s total of 141 runs and won by 6 wickets.
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Last T20 Meeting (Domestic)
| Date | Tournament | Venue | Winner | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct 2024 | ACC Men’s T20 Emerging Asia Cup | Colombo | India Emerging | Won by 6 wickets |
Highlights:
- Ayush Badoni was the star performer with a blazing 51 off 27 balls (6 fours, 2 sixes).
- Ramandeep Singh bowled an economical spell giving away just 2 runs and taking a wicket.
India’s Dominance in Asia Cup
India is the most successful team in Asia Cup history, winning 8 titles (ODI + T20 combined) and finishing runners-up 3 times. In the 2023 final, India defeated Sri Lanka by 10 wickets, with Mohammed Siraj taking 6/21, a record-breaking spell that sealed the trophy.
Key Players to Watch
India
- Suryakumar Yadav (C) – Currently one of the world’s best T20 batters and leading India’s campaign.
- Virat Kohli – Leading run scorer in Asia Cup T20 history (429 runs in 10 matches).
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar – Top wicket-taker for India in Asia Cup T20s (13 wickets in just 6 matches).
Oman
- Jatinder Singh (C) – Oman’s highest T20I run-scorer (1399 runs, 8 half-centuries).
- Aqib Ilyas – A dynamic batter with the ability to anchor innings.
- Bilal Khan – Oman’s leading wicket-taker in T20Is (110 wickets in 79 matches), a key threat to India’s top order.
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India vs Oman Player Records (T20 Format)
| Category | India | Oman |
|---|---|---|
| Most Runs (T20) | Virat Kohli – 429 (Asia Cup T20s) | Jatinder Singh – 1399 (T20Is) |
| Highest Score (Domestic Meeting) | Ayush Badoni – 51 (2024) | Mohammad Nadeem – 41 |
| Best Bowling Figures | Ramandeep Singh – 1/2 | Aamir Kaleem – 1/13 |
| Leading Wicket-Taker (T20Is) | Bhuvneshwar Kumar – 13 (Asia Cup T20s) | Bilal Khan – 110 |
What to Expect in Asia Cup 2025
- India’s Strengths: Experience, world-class batting depth, strong pace attack.
- Oman’s Edge: Rising talent, fearless approach, and Bilal Khan’s wicket-taking ability.
- Key Battle: India’s top order vs. Oman’s pace attack – early wickets could make the match competitive.
This match is more than just numbers — it’s Oman’s chance to show that they belong at this level and India’s chance to assert their dominance. Expect a spirited contest under the Abu Dhabi lights on September 19, 2025.
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Conclusion
The India vs Oman T20 clash in the Asia Cup 2025 will be a historic first at the international level. India may have the upper hand on paper, but Oman’s fighting spirit makes them a dangerous opponent. A good performance here could boost Oman’s reputation in world cricket and give fans a memorable contest.
