India enters this match with one eye on the Super Four and the other on their bench. Some fans wonder if India will rest key players. Others ask, “Is Oman better than India?”
This post gives the full match info, squad tables, pitch note, prediction, and where to watch India vs Oman on Sept 19. Read on for the simple facts.
Match Details
- Match: India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 (Group A)
- Date: September 19, 2025.
- Venue: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi.
- Start time: 8:00 PM IST (toss usually 30 minutes earlier).
Quick Preview (one line)
India have already sealed Super Four qualification. This match is a chance to rest players and try new names.
Teams & Players (squads)
Below are the squads named for the Asia Cup. These lists come from the official squad announcements.
India (Asia Cup squad)
| No. | Player |
|---|---|
| 1 | Suryakumar Yadav (c) |
| 2 | Shubman Gill |
| 3 | Abhishek Sharma |
| 4 | Tilak Varma |
| 5 | Hardik Pandya |
| 6 | Shivam Dube |
| 7 | Jitesh Sharma (wk) |
| 8 | Axar Patel |
| 9 | Jasprit Bumrah |
| 10 | Varun Chakravarthy |
| 11 | Arshdeep Singh |
| 12 | Kuldeep Yadav |
| 13 | Sanju Samson |
| 14 | Harshit Rana |
| 15 | Rinku Singh |
| (Full squad as announced by the boards.) icc |
Oman (Asia Cup squad)
| No. | Player |
|---|---|
| 1 | Jatinder Singh (c) |
| 2 | Hammad Mirza (wk) |
| 3 | Vinayak Shukla |
| 4 | Sufyan Yousuf |
| 5 | Ashish Odedara |
| 6 | Aamir Kaleem |
| 7 | Mohammed Nadeem |
| 8 | Sufyan Mehmood |
| 9 | Aryan Bisht |
| 10 | Karan Sonavale |
| 11 | Zikriya Islam |
| 12 | Hassnain Ali Shah |
| 13 | Faisal Shah |
| 14 | Muhammed Imran |
| 15 | Nadeem Khan |
| (Oman named a larger squad for the tournament.) icc |
Team Previews (short)
India. They have a big batting line-up and strong bowlers. They may rest some senior players. The match is a good chance to try bench players and change combinations.
Oman. They are brave and well trained. Oman will try to use home-like conditions and good bowling to surprise India.
Pitch & Conditions
Abu Dhabi gives batters room to score after they settle. The pitch can help spin bowlers later in the game. Expect a fair game for both bat and ball.
Key Players to Watch
- India: Suryakumar Yadav, Shubman Gill, Jasprit Bumrah (if he plays).
- Oman: Jatinder Singh, Aamir Kaleem, Mohammed Nadeem.
Prediction — Who Will Win?
India are heavy favourites on paper. They have deeper resources and stronger match experience. If India rest big names, Oman have a small chance. Final pick: India to win, but not a huge surprise if Oman fights hard.
Where to Watch (TV & Live Stream)
Watch the match live on Sony Sports channels in many regions. Online streaming for India is on Sony LIV and related platforms. International viewers can use regional services such as Kayo (Australia), Willow TV (US), or local broadcasters listed by rights holders. Check your local listings and apps before the game.
For live scores and ball-by-ball updates, use sites like ESPNcricinfo or Cricbuzz.
Quick Tips for Fans (short)
- Book India vs Oman tickets early online if you plan to attend.
- Follow the toss time to know who bats first.
- Use official apps for clean, legal streaming.
- Watch highlights later if you miss the live game.
Areas for Improvement (brief, research-based)
- India can test bench bowlers and rest key pacers to avoid injury ahead of Super Four.
- Oman should strengthen middle-order hitting and reduce dot balls to chase bigger totals. Their fielding needs tight routines in pressure games.
Head-to-Head & Context (short)
India have the stronger record vs Oman in T20 and other formats. Oman are newer at this top stage but they grow fast. Fans often ask “is Oman better than India?” — the short answer is no today, but Oman can be tricky on their day.
Match Summary Box (one-line)
India vs Oman — Sep 19, 2025, Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi — 8:00 PM IST. Live on Sony LIV / Sony Sports.
