Introduction
The Asia Cup 2025 continues to deliver exciting results, and the clash between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Oman in Abu Dhabi was no exception. UAE delivered a dominant performance, outclassing Oman by 42 runs. With this win, UAE have kept their Super Four qualification chances alive, while Oman’s campaign came to an early end after back-to-back defeats.
Match Summary
- Fixture: UAE vs Oman, Group A, Asia Cup 2025
- Date & Venue: September 15, 2025 – Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi
- Result: UAE won by 42 runs
- Player of the Match: Alishan Sharafu (UAE) – 51 runs off 38 balls
UAE Innings – 172/5 in 20 Overs
Batting first, UAE set the tone with an impressive opening partnership. Captain Muhammad Waseem anchored the innings with a composed 69 off 54 balls, while Alishan Sharafu played a quick and classy knock of 51 off 38 deliveries. Their partnership ensured that UAE always had momentum on their side.
Late cameos from Zohaib and Harshit Kaushik lifted the total to a strong 172/5 in the allotted overs.
Key Batting Performances (UAE):
- Muhammad Waseem – 69 (54)
- Alishan Sharafu – 51 (38)
- Muhammad Zohaib – 21 (13)
- Harshit Kaushik – 19 (8)
Oman’s bowlers struggled to contain the run flow, with wickets coming too late to make any difference.
Oman Innings – 130 All Out in 18.4 Overs
Chasing 173, Oman never looked comfortable. Their skipper Jatinder Singh tried to provide a spark with a brisk 20 off 10 balls, and Aryan Bisht chipped in with 24 off 21, but no one could stay long enough to build a partnership.
UAE’s bowling attack, led by Junaid Siddique, kept the pressure on throughout the innings. Siddique’s fiery spell of 4 wickets for 23 runs was the standout, while Haider Ali and Zahoor Khan provided excellent support with two wickets each.
Key Batting Performances (Oman):
- Jatinder Singh – 20 (10)
- Aryan Bisht – 24 (21)
- Hammad Mirza – 12 (10)
Key Bowling Performances (UAE):
- Junaid Siddique – 4/23 (4 overs)
- Haider Ali – 2/26 (3.4 overs)
Oman were bundled out for just 130 runs in 18.4 overs, falling well short of the target.
Turning Points of the Match
- Waseem-Sharafu Partnership: Their 90+ run stand for the opening wicket gave UAE the perfect launch pad.
- Siddique’s Bowling Spell: His 4 wickets broke Oman’s backbone and ensured no late comeback.
- Middle-Order Collapse: Oman lost too many wickets quickly, ending any hopes of a chase.
Impact on the Tournament
- UAE: This win keeps them alive in the Super Four race. Their upcoming clash against Pakistan will decide whether they qualify.
- Oman: With two consecutive defeats, Oman are now knocked out of the tournament.
Conclusion
UAE’s performance against Oman was a textbook T20 display – solid batting at the top, cameos in the middle, and disciplined bowling at the death. While Oman showed glimpses of resistance, they lacked the consistency needed at this level.
With momentum on their side, UAE now face a do-or-die clash against Pakistan, a match that could define their Asia Cup journey.
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