India vs Oman Highlights, 12th Match, Group A – Asia Cup 2025 | India Won by 21 Runs

End of Match: Oman 167/4 (20 overs)

Over 20: W • 4 4 • 4

OMA: 167/4 | CRR: 8.35

India seal a spotless group stage campaign as Arshdeep claims his 100th T20I wicket!

The final over had drama and milestones. Arshdeep Singh struck first ball to dismiss Vinayak Shukla (1), bringing up his 100th wicket in T20Is — the first Indian bowler to achieve the feat in men’s cricket. Jiten Ramanandi then played a spirited cameo, cracking three boundaries in five balls to finish unbeaten on 12 (5b, 3×4). Oman end on 167/4, falling 27 runs short of India’s target. Despite half-centuries from Aamir Kaleem and Hammad Mirza, India’s bowlers held their nerve at key moments, with Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep leading the way. A clinical performance ensures India march into the next stage with full confidence and momentum.

End of Over 19: Oman 155/3

Over 19: • • 4 1w • W 1

OMA: 155/3 | CRR: 8.15 • RRR: 34.00 • Need 34 from 6 balls

Hardik Pandya strikes in the penultimate over to remove Mirza!

Hardik Pandya delivered a brilliant 19th over under pressure, conceding just 6 runs and dismissing Oman’s set batter Hammad Mirza, who fought bravely for 51 (33b, 5×4, 2×6). The short ball strategy worked as Mirza mistimed a pull and offered a simple catch to Rinku Singh. Despite reaching his maiden T20I fifty — becoming just the third Associate player to do so against India — his wicket has effectively sealed the game. Vinayak Shukla (1*) and Zikria Islam (0*) are left with the impossible task of scoring 34 runs off the last 6 balls. India are now just one over away from closing out the contest.

End of Over 18: Oman 149/2

Over 18: 4 4 • W • •

OMA: 149/2 | CRR: 8.27 • RRR: 20.00 • Need 40 from 12 balls

Harshit Rana removes Kaleem in a crucial moment for India!

Just when Oman needed their skipper to go big, Aamir Kaleem perished after a fine 64, holing out to a brilliant catch from Hardik Pandya at fine leg. Before his dismissal, Kaleem had scooped and driven Rana for consecutive fours to keep the chase alive. But the breakthrough has left Oman with a mountain to climb — 40 required from the last 12 balls. Hammad Mirza remains stranded on 47*, while new batter Zikria Islam is yet to get off the mark. India sense the finish line.

End of Over 17: Oman 141/1

Over 17: • 4 1 4 • 1

OMA: 141/1 | CRR: 8.29 • RRR: 16.00 • Need 48 from 18 balls

Kaleem and Mirza keep Oman’s hopes alive with timely boundaries.

Arshdeep Singh returned for his third over and mixed up his pace well, but Oman still managed to take ten runs. Hammad Mirza carved a high full toss over short third for four, moving closer to a half-century, while Aamir Kaleem muscled a slower ball to deep square for another boundary en route to 56*. Despite the steady scoring, the asking rate has now surged to 16 an over — Oman need 48 from the last 18 balls.

End of Over 16: Oman 131/1

Over 16: 6 6 • 1 1 1

OMA: 131/1 | CRR: 8.18 • RRR: 14.50 • Need 58 from 24 balls

Mirza launches Kuldeep for back-to-back sixes!

Hammad Mirza turned the heat on Kuldeep Yadav, smashing him for consecutive sixes — first a towering blow over long on, then a clean strike over deep backward square. Although Kuldeep pulled things back with a dot and a few singles, the damage was done as Oman plundered 15 from the over. Mirza raced into the forties, while Kaleem continued to anchor at the other end. Oman now need 58 runs from the last 24 balls, with the partnership piling on the pressure.

End of Over 15: Oman 116/1

Over 15: 3 1w 4 • 6 1 1

OMA: 116/1 | CRR: 7.73 • RRR: 14.60 • Need 73 from 30 balls

Kaleem smashes his way to a fifty as Oman accelerate!

A dramatic over from Shivam Dube swung momentum towards Oman. Hammad Mirza was dropped by Axar Patel early in the over, with Axar also appearing to hurt himself in the process. Aamir Kaleem then seized control, carving a four over mid-off and thumping a massive six over long on to bring up his half-century in style. He celebrated with emotion, removing his helmet and offering sajda. Sixteen runs came from the over, taking the partnership past fifty. Oman finish the 15th over on 116/1, needing 73 from the last 30 balls.

End of Over 14: Oman 100/1

Over 14: • 1 2 1 4 •

OMA: 100/1 | CRR: 7.14 • RRR: 14.83 • Need 89 from 36 balls

Kaleem edges Hardik for four as Oman bring up the 100!

Hardik Pandya returned to the attack and kept things tight, conceding just eight runs. Aamir Kaleem had a slice of fortune when his mistimed pull flew off the top edge and over the keeper for four. Hammad Mirza worked the gaps for a couple of runs, but boundaries were otherwise hard to come by. Oman reach their 100 in 14 overs, but the asking rate has climbed to nearly 15 an over.

End of Over 13: Oman 92/1

Over 13: 1 6 1 4 • •

OMA: 92/1 | CRR: 7.07 • RRR: 13.85 • Need 97 from 42 balls

Kaleem launches Abhishek Sharma into the stands!

India turned to Abhishek Sharma, but Oman immediately put him under pressure. Aamir Kaleem danced down the track to lift him for a towering six over mid-wicket, while Hammad Mirza cracked a fierce cut for four through backward point. Despite a couple of dot balls to end the over, 12 runs came from it. Oman are 92/1 after 13 overs, still needing 97 from 42 balls with the run rate climbing.

End of Over 12: Oman 80/1

Over 12: 1 1 1 4 1 2

OMA: 80/1 | CRR: 6.66 • RRR: 13.62 • Need 109 from 48 balls

Mirza brings out the ramp as Oman keep the chase alive.

Shivam Dube tried to vary his lengths, but Oman managed to take ten runs off the over. Aamir Kaleem used width to collect runs on both sides of the wicket, while Hammad Mirza’s cheeky ramp shot over the keeper stood out for four. Despite India keeping things under control, Oman are pushing hard at 80/1 after 12 overs, with the asking rate still climbing.

End of Over 11: Oman 70/1

Over 11: 0 1 0 1 2 4

OMA: 70/1 | CRR: 6.36 • RRR: 13.22 • Need 119 from 54b

Hammad Mirza shows intent, finishing Tilak’s first over with a boundary.

Tilak Varma came into the attack and Oman’s batters were quick to test him. While Aamir Kaleem struggled to find timing against the left-arm spin, Hammad Mirza looked positive — first picking up runs with a swat and then cashing in on an overthrow for a brace. He capped off the over with a cracking boundary behind square, stepping inside the line to put pressure back on India. Oman move to 70/1 after 11 overs, but the required rate continues to soar above 13.

End of Over 10: Oman 62/1

Over 10: 0 1 2 1 0 1

OMA: 62/1 | CRR: 6.20 • RRR: 12.70 • Need 127 from 60b

Shivam Dube keeps it steady in his first over as Oman inch along.

Shivam Dube was introduced into the attack and bowled a disciplined first over. He mixed his lengths well, drawing edges and extra bounce, but Oman’s batters managed to collect a few runs. Aamir Kaleem edged one past third man for two, while Hammad Mirza picked up singles to get himself settled. India will be pleased with the control, but Oman continue to resist, reaching 62/1 after 10 overs.

End of Over 9: Oman 57/1

Over 9: 0 1 W 1 0 0

OMA: 57/1 | CRR: 6.33 • RRR: 12.00 • Need 132 from 66b

Kuldeep Yadav strikes! Jatinder chops on and India finally break through.

Kuldeep Yadav delivered a high-drama over – starting with an unsuccessful lbw review against Kaleem, before finding the breakthrough. Jatinder Singh, who had held firm for 32, was undone by a skidding delivery that stayed low, chopping on to his stumps. In between, Kaleem survived another close lbw shout, while debutant Hammad Mirza got off the mark with a confident drive. Oman’s opening stand of 50+ – their first ever against a Full Member – was finally ended, leaving them at 57/1 after 9 overs.

End of Over 8: Oman 55/0

Over 8: 0 0 0 4 0 0

OMA: 55/0 | CRR: 6.87 • RRR: 11.16 • Need 134 from 72b

Drama in Axar’s first over as Jatinder survives a review scare but still finds a boundary.

Axar Patel nearly had Jatinder with a sharp delivery that drew an excited appeal for caught behind, but DRS showed only pad contact and ball tracking confirmed it sliding down leg. Jatinder, undeterred, pulled off a classy reverse sweep for four over backward point. Apart from that boundary, Axar kept things tight and gave away just 4 runs. Oman remain wicketless at 55/0 after 8 overs, with India searching for a breakthrough.

End of Over 7: Oman 51/0

Over 7: nb3 1 1 0 1b 0 1

OMA: 51/0 | CRR: 7.28 • RRR: 10.61 • Need 138 from 78b

Kuldeep’s first over included a no-ball, but Oman survived without losing a wicket.

Kuldeep Yadav came into the attack straight after the Powerplay and nearly made an instant impact. He overstepped on his very first ball, gifting Oman a no-ball and two runs. Jatinder and Kaleem managed to rotate strike with a few singles, though Kaleem was cut in half by a googly that missed off stump by inches. Despite some close calls, Oman’s openers continue to frustrate India, reaching 51/0 after 7 overs.

End of Over 6: Oman 44/0

Over 6: 4 1 1w 1 0 0 4

OMA: 44/0 | CRR: 7.33 • RRR: 10.35 • Need 145 from 84b

Jatinder takes charge with two boundaries as Oman move past 40 in the Powerplay.

Harshit Rana struggled for consistency in this over, dishing out short balls and wides. Jatinder Singh capitalized, cracking boundaries through point and mid-wicket to keep the scoreboard ticking. Kaleem had a scare when a pull shot ricocheted off his helmet, but he survived without harm. With both openers still at the crease, Oman are off to a solid start, reaching 44/0 at the end of 6 overs.

End of Over 5: Oman 33/0

Over 5: 1 1 0 1w 0 0 3

OMA: 33/0 | CRR: 6.60 • RRR: 10.40 • Need 156 from 90b

Steady start from Oman as Jatinder and Kaleem rotate strike against Arshdeep.

Arshdeep mixed up his pace well in this over, including a sharp yorker and a clever slower ball. Jatinder managed to pick up three runs off the last delivery after swatting it through mid-wicket, while Kaleem cut one to deep backward point earlier. The wide was the only blemish in the over, but overall India kept things in check. Oman are 33/0 after 5 overs, with both openers looking solid.

End of Over 4: Oman 27/0 (Target: 189)

Over 4: • • • 4 2 •

OMA: 27/0 | CRR: 6.75 • RRR: 10.12 • Need 162 from 96b

Kaleem cashes in on a leg-side delivery, but Rana keeps the over steady.

Harshit Rana entered the attack and quickly showed his pace and bounce. Kaleem struggled to connect against the shorter balls, missing on a couple and surviving a half-hearted appeal. But when Rana drifted onto the pads, Kaleem made no mistake — helping it fine for a boundary. A couple more behind point added runs, yet the required rate edges past 10, keeping the pressure firmly on Oman.

End of Over 3: Oman 21/0 (Target: 189)

Over 3: • • • • 4 •

OMA: 21/0 | CRR: 7.00 • RRR: 9.88 • Need 168 from 102b

Jatinder Singh breaks the sequence of dots with a crisp boundary.

Hardik Pandya kept things tight with nagging lines outside off stump. Jatinder Singh was tied down with five dot balls in the over but managed to cash in when width was finally on offer, punching a fine boundary through cover-point. Oman’s openers remain intact but the asking rate is inching upwards, now close to 10 per over.

End of Over 2: Oman 16/0 (Target: 189)

Over 2: • 2 4 1 • 1

OMA: 16/0 | CRR: 8.00 • RRR: 9.61 • Need 173 from 108b

Jatinder Singh shows intent with a crisp boundary.

Arshdeep Singh opened from the other end and was searching for his 100th T20I wicket. Jatinder Singh took him on, stepping down the track to carve a superb four past the bowler and also chipped in with a couple more runs. Kaleem added a single but also survived a beauty that swung away late. Oman’s openers have now put on 16 runs in 2 overs, keeping pace with the asking rate of nearly 10.

End of Over 1: Oman 8/0 (Target: 189)

Over 1: 1 • 4 1w 1 • 1

OMA: 8/0 | CRR: 8.00 • RRR: 9.52 • Need 181 from 114b

Aamir Kaleem gets going with an early boundary!

Oman begin their chase with 8 runs off the opening over from Hardik Pandya. Aamir Kaleem looked proactive, carving a stylish four over cover, while Jatinder Singh opened his account with a couple of singles. Hardik beat the edge once and conceded a wide down leg, but overall kept it tidy. The required run rate is just under 10, and Oman will be pleased with this steady start in pursuit of 189.

End of Innings: India 188/8 (20 overs)

Over 20: 0 0 1 2 0 6

IND: 188/8 | CRR: 9.40

Harshit Rana provides a late flourish with a six to finish the innings!

India wrap up their innings at 188/8. It was Sanju Samson’s steady 56 and Tilak Varma’s breezy 29 that laid the platform, but wickets at regular intervals prevented a bigger score. Towards the end, Harshit Rana added some sparkle, blasting a superb six over deep cover off the final ball to lift the mood. He remained unbeaten on 13 off 8, while Kuldeep Yadav survived nervy deliveries at the other end. Shah Faisal (4-1-23-2) and Jiten Ramanandi (4-0-33-2) were the standout bowlers, keeping the chase within sight for the opposition. A target of 189 is competitive but not daunting on this pitch. The chase is on!

End of Over 19: India 179/8

Over 19: 1w 1 1 1 W 2 W

IND: 179/8 | CRR: 9.42

Double blow from Jiten Ramanandi – Tilak Varma and Arshdeep gone in the same over!

Drama at the death! Tilak Varma, who was looking set to take India past 190, miscued a heave and was brilliantly caught by Zikria Islam at extra cover for 29. Just when India thought they could rebuild, Arshdeep Singh was run out in freakish fashion – a straight drive from Rana deflected off Ramanandi’s hand onto the stumps with Arshdeep short of his ground. Harshit Rana is hanging in with 5 off 5, but India’s lower order has been exposed. With just one over left, they stand at 179/8, and the 200 mark looks a distant dream now.

End of Over 18: India 173/6

Over 18: 2 1 1 W • 2

IND: 173/6 | CRR: 9.61

Samson departs after a fighting 56 as Shah Faisal strikes again.

A crucial breakthrough for the bowling side as Sanju Samson’s gritty knock comes to an end. He tried to take on the slower ball but could only find Bisht at deep mid wicket, departing for 56 off 45 balls. Shah Faisal continues his dream spell, tightening the screws with sharp variations. Tilak Varma remains composed at the other end, while new batter Harshit Rana managed to open his account with a couple of runs. India sit at 173/6 after 18 overs, with just two overs left to accelerate. SKY is padded up and waiting in the dugout, adding intrigue for the final flourish.

End of Over 17: India 167/5

Over 17: 1 1lb 6 1 4 1

IND: 167/5 | CRR: 9.82

Sanju Samson reaches his fifty while Tilak Varma smashes a huge six!

Jiten Ramanandi’s over had everything—leg bye drama, clean hitting, and a milestone. Tilak Varma continued his aggressive touch with a towering six straight over the bowler’s head, while Samson brought up his well-earned fifty with a delicate late cut past short third. There was even an LBW shout, but the ball had pitched outside leg. India pile on 14 runs in this over and stand at 167/5 after 17 overs, with Samson looking exhausted but determined and Tilak providing the fireworks.

End of Over 16: India 153/5

Over 16: 1 1 6 4 • 1

IND: 153/5 | CRR: 9.56

Tilak Varma lights up the over with a six and a reverse-swept four.

Aamir Kaleem’s promising spell was dented by Tilak Varma’s flair. First, Tilak muscled a clean strike over long on for six, then followed up with a cheeky reverse sweep that beat short third for four. Samson chipped in with a single but looked a touch uncomfortable while running between the wickets. With 13 runs off the over, India regain momentum to reach 153/5 after 16 overs, eyeing a big finish.

End of Over 15: India 140/5

Over 15: 1 • 2 1 1b 1

IND: 140/5 | CRR: 9.33

Tilak Varma keeps the board ticking with innovative strokes.

Zikria Islam continued to bowl a tidy spell, conceding just 6 runs in the 15th over. Tilak Varma brought out the reverse sweep and picked up a couple of runs despite some mishits, while Samson survived a close call as a delivery spun back past the off stump, with the keeper fumbling to allow a bye. India move to 140/5 after 15 overs, with the run rate dipping under 9.5 as Oman maintain the pressure.

End of Over 14: India 134/5

Over 14: 1 W • 1 1 2

IND: 134/5 | CRR: 9.57

Aamir Kaleem strikes again, removing Shivam Dube.

Aamir Kaleem continued his impact, first inducing a miscue from Shivam Dube who holed out to long off for a scratchy 5. He could have had another when Samson skied one, but a simple chance at backward point was shelled. Tilak Varma, the new man, opened with a confident sweep for two and kept the strike rotating. India slip to 134/5 after 14 overs, as Oman claw back with timely wickets.

End of Over 13: India 129/4

Over 13: 2 • • 1 1 •

IND: 129/4 | CRR: 9.92

Zikria Islam applies the brakes with a tight over.

Just 4 runs came from Zikria Islam’s over as he kept a disciplined line outside off and found some grip off the surface. Shivam Dube struggled to get him away, managing only a couple of runs and a single, while Samson rotated strike with a hack to long on. India’s scoring rate dips below 10 for the first time in several overs, sitting at 129/4 after 13 overs.

End of Over 12: India 125/4

Over 12: 6 W 1 4 1 1

IND: 125/4 | CRR: 10.41

Aamir Kaleem strikes! Axar Patel falls after a brisk cameo.

A high-impact over saw Axar Patel launch a mighty six over deep mid wicket, but he perished shortly after, edging behind for a 13-ball 26. Aamir Kaleem got the breakthrough with a sharp delivery that stayed a touch low. Samson continued to find runs, carving a four past backward point, while debutant Shivam Dube opened his account with a couple of singles. India finish the 12th over at 125/4, still going strong at over 10 runs per over.

End of Over 11: India 112/3

Over 11: 1 • 1 4 1w 4 1

IND: 112/3 | CRR: 10.18

Axar Patel takes charge with back-to-back boundaries.

Shakeel Ahmed returned but could not contain Axar Patel, who struck two confident boundaries — one straight over the bowler and another through extra cover with precision. Samson kept rotating strike while wides added to India’s tally. With 12 runs off the over, India’s momentum continues to build, moving to 112/3 after 11 overs at a brisk rate of over 10 runs per over.

End of Over 10: India 100/3

Over 10: 1 1 1 3w 6 • 2

IND: 100/3 | CRR: 10.00

Sanju Samson lights up the over with a towering six down the ground.

Zikria Islam’s first over turned costly as he sprayed three wides and dropped one short, which Samson dispatched for a thumping six over his head. Axar Patel chipped in with a couple of singles, keeping the scoreboard ticking. Samson capped the over with a streaky inside edge for two, bringing up India’s 100 in 10 overs at exactly 10 runs per over.

End of Over 9: India 86/3

Over 9: 2 4 • 1w 1 1w 1 1

IND: 86/3 | CRR: 9.55

Axar Patel finds his rhythm with a crisp four straight back over the bowler.

Samay Shrivastava had a mixed over — a couple of wides, a dropped chance, and some loose deliveries that allowed India to collect 11 runs. Axar Patel showed intent with a powerful straight drive for four and some busy running, while Sanju Samson rotated strike smartly. Despite three wickets down, India’s scoring rate remains healthy at 9.55 as the ninth over closes at 86/3.

End of Over 8: India 75/3

Over 8: W 1 W 2 • •

IND: 75/3 | CRR: 9.37

Ramanandi turns the game with two wickets in the over, including the big one of Abhishek Sharma.

Jiten Ramanandi delivered a game-changing over for Oman. First, Abhishek Sharma’s blistering knock came to an end as he nicked behind for 38 off just 15 balls. Then, only two balls later, Hardik Pandya was run out in unlucky fashion when Ramanandi deflected Samson’s straight drive onto the stumps at the non-striker’s end. Samson managed to collect a couple of runs, but India suddenly lost momentum, slipping from a strong position to 75/3 after 8 overs.

End of Over 7: India 72/1

Over 7: 2 6 4 • • •

IND: 72/1 | CRR: 10.28

Sanju Samson steps up with a six and a four as India’s momentum continues.

Samay Shrivastava’s first over proved expensive as Samson shifted gears. He began with a brace before launching a clean six straight back over the bowler, and then capitalised on a fielding lapse to carve a boundary over extra cover. Although three dots followed to finish the over, the damage had been done. Samson moved to 25 off 20 balls, joining Abhishek in keeping India on the front foot at 72/1 after 7 overs.

End of Over 6: India 60/1

Over 6: 2 1 • 1 1 6

IND: 60/1 | CRR: 10.00

Abhishek launches another six as India motor along at ten an over.

Jiten Ramanandi’s first over went for 11 runs, with Abhishek Sharma once again providing the fireworks. After a few singles and a dot ball, Abhishek picked a slower delivery early and hammered it cleanly over mid-off for a towering six. Sanju Samson rotated strike with a couple of runs and singles, ensuring the pressure stayed on the bowlers. At the end of the powerplay, India are cruising at 60/1 with Abhishek unbeaten on 38 from 14 balls.

End of Over 5: India 49/1

Over 5: 4 2 3w • 4 4 2

IND: 49/1 | CRR: 9.80

Abhishek Sharma explodes with three boundaries in the over as India accelerate.

Mohammad Nadeem’s introduction proved costly as Abhishek Sharma went on the attack. He carved a boundary over point first ball, added another over square leg, and then cracked one past extra cover. A mistimed edge also flew safely over backward point for two, while extras added further pressure. With 19 runs coming off the over, Abhishek raced to 31 off just 11 deliveries, keeping India’s run rate soaring at nearly 10 an over. India finish the power-packed 5th over on 49/1.

End of Over 4: India 30/1

Over 4: • 2 • 6 • •

IND: 30/1 | CRR: 7.50

Samson breaks free with a powerful six as India keep the tempo high.

Shah Faisal, brilliant in his first over, was taken on this time by Sanju Samson. After a few rusty plays and misses, Samson unleashed a commanding strike over deep mid-wicket for six and added a couple of runs through mid-wicket. Abhishek Sharma didn’t face a ball this over, but Samson’s intent ensured India continued to score briskly. At the end of 4 overs, India are 30/1 with both batters settling in.

End of Over 3: India 22/1

Over 3: 4 6 1 • 1 4

IND: 22/1 | CRR: 7.33

Abhishek Sharma cuts loose with a six and two boundaries to shift momentum.

Shakeel Ahmed, tidy in his first over, was taken apart this time by Abhishek Sharma. The left-hander launched a massive six over long on, followed it up with boundaries through square leg and mid on, racing to 15 off just 5 balls. Sanju Samson chipped in with a single but largely played watchfully. A 16-run over lifted India to 22/1 after 3 overs, with Abhishek making an immediate impact.

End of Over 2: India 6/1

Over 2: • • W • • •

IND: 6/1 | CRR: 3.00

Shah Faisal strikes with a beauty to bowl Gill as Oman land the first blow.

Shah Faisal produced a dream over, swinging the ball back sharply into the right-handers. Shubman Gill was undone by a superb inswinger that crashed into off stump, leaving him stunned after a promising start. Sanju Samson, new at the crease, struggled against the movement, beaten multiple times and surviving an lbw appeal. A wicket maiden from Faisal has given Oman the perfect breakthrough as India crawl to 6/1 after 2 overs.

End of Over 1: India 6/0

Over 1: 1lb • • • 4 1

IND: 6/0 | CRR: 6.00

Gill gets going with a crisp boundary as India begin steadily.

Shakeel Ahmed kept things tight with movement on a probing line, but Shubman Gill showed his class by driving a half-volley through extra cover for four. The over also had a close lbw call against Abhishek Sharma, but replays showed the ball pitching just outside leg stump, saving him. Gill rotated strike off the last ball to retain it, with India finishing on 6/0 after the first over.

Toss Update

India win the toss and elect to bat first

6pm It’s toss time. Jatinder and Suryakumar are out in the middle. Suryakumar has the coin and gives it a spin. Jatinder calls heads, but tails it is. India will bat first. And that is greeted with a huge roar from the crowd. He says they have not batted first yet in the tournament and they want to see what their depth is like, and that it is a good call to make going into the Super Four. They want to continue with the good habits they have cultivated so far. Adds that the pitch looks really nice. Two changes – Harshit Rana and one other guy comes in that Suryakumar cannot remember, joking that he has now become like Rohit.

Pitch Report

Pitch expected to be good for batting with some early movement

Ravi Shastri says the pitch played well yesterday and should do the same today. It could get a little slower as more cricket gets played. A sprinkling of live grass but underneath, it feels dry. Waqar Younis chimes in saying this venue produces the best white-ball pitches in the region, and he reckons India, batting first, could get 200-plus. There is a breeze blowing across, and that could be a factor, both for the pacers trying to swing the ball and for the batters targeting those boundaries.

Match Status

Match is about to begin

Live scores and updates to follow as the 12th Match, Group A between India and Oman in the Asia Cup 2025 kicks off shortly at Dubai International Cricket Stadium.