India Dominate Oman by 21 Runs to Seal Super Four Spot

India secured a convincing 21-run victory over Oman in their final Group A match of the Asia Cup 2025 at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi, on Friday, September 19, bolstered by half-centuries from Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma and a disciplined bowling effort to maintain their unbeaten run.

The win not only affirmed India’s supremacy in the group stage but also allowed head coach Rohit Sharma to test bench strength ahead of the Super Four, keeping key players fresh for the marquee clash against Pakistan.

India Post Competitive Total

Sanju Samson’s unbeaten 56 off 45 deliveries anchored India’s innings after they elected to bat first, stitching crucial partnerships with Tilak Varma (29 off 18) and Axar Patel (26 off 13). Earlier, Abhishek Sharma exploded with 38 off just 15 balls at the top of the order, setting the tone for a healthy 188 for 8 in 20 overs.

Oman’s Brave Chase Falls Short

• Aamir Kaleem (64 off 46) and Hammad Mirza (51 off 39) combined for a 102-run stand that threatened India’s total.
• Despite the partnership, Oman lost wickets at regular intervals, finishing on 167 for 4 in 20 overs.
• Shah Faisal (2-23) and Jiten Ramanandi (2-33) led the Indian bowling attack, applying pressure at key junctures.

Key Takeaways

• Momentum for India: Three wins from three matches propels India into the Super Four with confidence.
• Middle-Order Depth: Contributions from Varma and Patel showcased India’s batting depth beyond the top order.
• Bowling Balance: Seamers and spinners each chipped in with wickets, highlighting India’s well-rounded attack.

India will now face Pakistan in a highly anticipated Super Four encounter, while Oman regroup ahead of their Asia-Pacific qualifiers for the 2026 T20 World Cup.