Introduction: Pakistan’s Statement Victory
The Pakistan vs Oman Asia Cup 2025 match summary reflects a tale of dominance, skill, and intent from Pakistan. In a Group A clash at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on 12 September 2025, Pakistan showcased their batting power and bowling depth to secure a 93-run win.
Led by Mohammad Haris’s blistering 66 runs and a collective bowling effort, Pakistan maintained their unbeaten run in the Asia Cup 2025. For Oman, this was a tough lesson in competing against world-class opposition.
Match Overview
- Match: Pakistan vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025, Group A
- Date & Venue: 12 September 2025, Dubai International Stadium
- Toss: Pakistan won the toss, elected to bat first
- Result: Pakistan won by 93 runs
- Player of the Match: Mohammad Haris (Pakistan) – 66 (43)
Pakistan’s Innings – Haris Shines Bright
Pakistan opted to bat first and posted a competitive 160/7 in 20 overs.
- Mohammad Haris was the star of the innings, smashing 66 runs off 43 balls with 7 fours and 3 sixes.
- Sahibzada Farhan (29) provided a steady start, while Fakhar Zaman (23)* anchored the finishing overs.
- Oman’s bowlers Aamir Kaleem (3/31) and Shah Faisal (3/34) kept Pakistan in check, otherwise the total might have crossed 180.
📊 Full Scorecard – Pakistan Innings
Pakistan 160/7 (20 overs)
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sahibzada Farhan | c & b Aamir Kaleem | 29 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 100.0 |
| Saim Ayub | lbw b Shah Faisal | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Mohammad Haris (wk) | b Aamir Kaleem | 66 | 43 | 7 | 3 | 153.5 |
| Fakhar Zaman | not out | 23 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 143.8 |
| Salman Ali Agha (c) | c H Mirza b Aamir Kaleem | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Hasan Nawaz | c H Shah b Shah Faisal | 9 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 60.0 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | c (sub) J Ramanandi b Shah Faisal | 19 | 10 | 4 | 0 | 190.0 |
| Faheem Ashraf | c Z Islam b M Nadeem | 8 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 200.0 |
| Shaheen Afridi | not out | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 200.0 |
| Sufiyan Muqeem | did not bat | – | – | – | – | – |
| Abrar Ahmed | did not bat | – | – | – | – | – |
Extras: 4 (w 4)
Total: 160/7 in 20 overs
🏏 Bowling – Oman
| Bowler | O | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aamir Kaleem | 4 | 31 | 3 | 7.75 |
| Shah Faisal | 4 | 34 | 3 | 8.50 |
| Mohammad Nadeem | 3 | 23 | 1 | 7.67 |
| Shakeel Ahmed | 4 | 17 | 0 | 4.25 |
| Hassnain Shah | 3 | 31 | 0 | 10.33 |
| Samay Shrivastava | 1 | 12 | 0 | 12.00 |
Oman’s Innings – Batting Collapse
Chasing 161, Oman faltered badly, bowled out for just 67 runs in 16.4 overs.
- Hammad Mirza (27 off 23) was the lone fighter.
- Aamir Kaleem (13) chipped in but lacked support.
- Pakistan’s bowlers were relentless, with Sufiyan Muqeem (2/7), Faheem Ashraf (2/6), and Saim Ayub (2/8) destroying Oman’s batting order.
📊 Full Scorecard – Oman Innings
Oman 67 all out (16.4 overs)
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jatinder Singh (c) | b Saim Ayub | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.3 |
| Aamir Kaleem | lbw b Saim Ayub | 13 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 118.2 |
| Hammad Mirza | c Salman Agha b Sufiyan Muqeem | 27 | 23 | 3 | 1 | 117.4 |
| Mohammad Nadeem | c Abrar Ahmed b Sufiyan Muqeem | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 42.9 |
| Sufyan Mehmood | c Hasan Nawaz b Mohammad Nawaz | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 20.0 |
| Vinayak Shukla (wk) | run out (Shaheen Afridi) | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 50.0 |
| Zikria Islam | c Haris b Faheem Ashraf | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Shah Faisal | b Shaheen Afridi | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.3 |
| Shakeel Ahmed | c Shaheen Afridi b Abrar Ahmed | 10 | 23 | 0 | 1 | 43.5 |
| Hassnain Shah | b Faheem Ashraf | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50.0 |
| Samay Shrivastava | not out | 5 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 45.5 |
Extras: 3 (lb 1, w 2)
Total: 67 all out in 16.4 overs
🏏 Bowling – Pakistan
| Bowler | O | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaheen Afridi | 4 | 20 | 1 | 5.00 |
| Saim Ayub | 2 | 8 | 2 | 4.00 |
| Abrar Ahmed | 3.4 | 12 | 1 | 3.27 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 2 | 13 | 1 | 6.50 |
| Sufiyan Muqeem | 3 | 7 | 2 | 2.33 |
| Faheem Ashraf | 2 | 6 | 2 | 3.00 |
Turning Points of the Match
- Mohammad Haris’s 66 off 43 — a match-defining knock.
- Oman losing three wickets inside 5 overs during the chase.
- Pakistan’s spinners Muqeem, Nawaz, and Ayub ripping through Oman’s middle order.
Statistical Highlights
- Pakistan total: 160/7 in 20 overs
- Oman total: 67 all out in 16.4 overs
- Victory margin: Pakistan won by 93 runs
- Top scorer: Mohammad Haris (66 off 43)
- Best bowler: Sufiyan Muqeem (2/7 in 3 overs)
FAQs – Pakistan vs Oman Asia Cup 2025
Q1: Who was the top scorer?
👉 Mohammad Haris with 66 runs off 43 balls.
Q2: Who took the most wickets?
👉 For Oman, Aamir Kaleem (3 wickets). For Pakistan, Sufiyan Muqeem and Faheem Ashraf (2 each).
Q3: What was the margin of victory?
👉 Pakistan won by 93 runs.
Q4: How many runs did Oman score?
👉 Oman managed 67 all out in 16.4 overs.
Q5: Who was Player of the Match?
👉 Mohammad Haris for his brilliant knock of 66.
Conclusion: Pakistan’s Rise and Oman’s Lessons
The Pakistan vs Oman Asia Cup 2025 match was a showcase of Pakistan’s dominance. Haris’s power-hitting combined with Pakistan’s diverse bowling attack crushed Oman, boosting Pakistan’s net run rate and confidence ahead of tougher clashes.
For Oman, despite the heavy defeat, this was a chance to test themselves against elite opposition and identify areas to improve — particularly in batting depth and fielding sharpness.
Pakistan now march ahead as firm title contenders, while Oman will regroup, hoping to bounce back stronger in upcoming matches.
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