UAE vs Oman – Asia Cup 2025, Group A Match 7 Preview

UAE vs Oman – Asia Cup 2025, Group A Match 7 Preview

It’s a battle of survival as UAE and Oman lock horns in Abu Dhabi. Both teams are winless in Group A, with negative net run rates. A defeat here will effectively end their chances of progressing to the Super 4.

• UAE: On a five-match losing streak, struggling with bat and ball.
• Oman: Also without a win in their last five, but with a slightly better batting unit.

This game is not just about points — it’s about pride and staying alive in Asia’s premier T20 competition.

Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)

• UAE: ❌ ❌ ❌ ❌ ❌
• Oman: ❌ ❌ ❌ ❌ ❌

Both sides desperately need a turnaround.

Players to Watch

United Arab Emirates

• Muhammad Waseem (Bat): 249 runs in last 10 matches, SR 140.67 – explosive opener, key to UAE’s starts.
• Asif Khan (Bat): 193 runs at SR 160.83 – UAE’s most reliable finisher.
• Haider Ali (Bowl): 17 wickets at an economy of 5.7 – standout bowler who thrives in Abu Dhabi’s conditions.
• Muhammad Rohid (Bowl): 9 wickets in 8 matches – UAE’s support act with the ball.

Oman

• Jatinder Singh (Bat): 288 runs at 28.8 avg, SR 132.11 – Oman’s batting backbone.
• Vinayak Shukla (Bat): 192 runs at SR 143.28 – quick scorer in the middle order.
• Shakeel Ahmed (Bowl): 10 wickets at 6.13 econ – reliable left-arm spin option.
• Aamir Kaleem (All-rounder): 10 wickets with the ball, handy with the bat – Oman’s X-factor.

Head-to-Head (Last 5 Matches)

• 15 Dec 2024: UAE won by 24 runs
• 21 Apr 2024: UAE won by 55 runs
• 15 Apr 2024: Oman won by 9 wickets
• 23 Sep 2023: Oman won by 5 wickets
• 16 Sep 2023: UAE won by 22 runs

H2H in the last 5: UAE 3 – 2 Oman (very closely contested).

Key Battles

• Waseem vs Shakeel Ahmed: Firepower vs spin control in the powerplay.
• Jatinder Singh vs Haider Ali: Oman’s anchor against UAE’s strike bowler.
• Asif Khan vs Aamir Kaleem: Middle-overs momentum could swing either way.

Pitch & Conditions – Abu Dhabi

• Abu Dhabi pitches are usually slow and low, aiding spinners.
• Par Score: 140–150.
• Toss crucial: chasing sides have a slight advantage under lights.

Prediction UAE vs Oman – Asia Cup 2025, Group A Match

• UAE Advantage: Slightly stronger batting firepower with Waseem & Asif Khan.
• Oman Advantage: Spin-heavy attack and consistency from Jatinder Singh.

Prediction: A tight contest, but UAE’s top-order hitting gives them a narrow edge in this must-win game.