Asia Cup 2025: Jatinder Singh to lead Oman's 17-member squad

Oman have announced their 17-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, scheduled to begin on September 9 in the UAE. The squad features four uncapped players, all set to make their international debut in what will also be Oman’s first-ever appearance in the tournament. The experienced opener Jatinder Singh has been named captain and will lead the side in the eight-team tournament, where Oman are placed in Group A alongside India, Pakistan, and the UAE.

Their head coach Duleep Mendis expressed excitement about Oman’s historic participation and the opportunity for the team to prove themselves on the big stage. Among the new faces, Sufyan Yousuf, Zikriya Islam, Faisal Shah, and Nadeem Khan are all in contention to appear in their maiden international outings in the upcoming marquee event.

“It is real that we are participating in the Asia Cup – a major tournament and a fantastic opportunity for our players to showcase their skills on a global stage. Playing against teams like India and Pakistan is a moment to embrace for any cricketer. Anything can happen in a fast-paced T20 game, where one over of brilliance can change everything,” said Mendis as quoted by ICC.

Oman will kick off their Asia Cup 2025 campaign against Pakistan on September 12. The head coach has acknowledged that the team will be entering the tournament at full strength, having gained valuable experience by playing several competitive matches in recent months. The side aims to not only test their playing skills, but also the way they can handle pressure situations mentally.

“Our build-up has been strong, with the ongoing National T20 tournament providing competitive exposure, and our training sessions have been intense and focused. It’s not just about skills – in high-pressure games against elite teams, mental strength is equally crucial. We are hopeful of making an impact in this Asia Cup and showcasing Oman as a growing cricketing nation,” said Mendis.

“Oman enters the Asia Cup with a blend of experience and youth, determined to leave a mark against Asia’s cricketing powerhouses. The tournament will not only test their skills but also their mental toughness on one of the most watched platforms in the sport,” he added.

Oman squad

Jatinder Singh (c), Hammad Mirza, Vinayak Shukla, Sufyan Yousuf, Ashish Odedera, Aamir Kaleem, Mohammad Nadeem, Sufyan Mehmood, Aryan Bisht, Karan Sonavale, Zikriya Islam, Hassnain Ali Shah, Faisal Shah, Mohammad Imran, Nadeem Khan, Shakeel Ahmad, Samay Shrivastava

Oman’s Asia Cup 2025 Schedule