Asia Cup 2025: Pakistan vs Oman pitch report, highest score, Dubai stats - Hamara Watan Sports National and international

Pakistan launch their Asia Cup 2025 campaign against debutants Oman in Dubai today, a contest that offers the former champions a chance to fine-tune their plans before the much-anticipated showdown with India later in the group stage.

Pakistan skipper Salman Agha won the toss and decided to bat first on the night. The team enters the tournament high on confidence after winning the T20 Tri-Series, where they convincingly defeated Afghanistan in the final. Under the leadership of Salman Agha, a youthful squad has embraced an attacking mindset, determined to make its mark despite the absence of senior figures like Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan.

The conditions in Dubai are expected to favour spinners, and Pakistan’s bowling unit is well-equipped to exploit them. Mohammad Nawaz, fresh from his hat-trick in the Tri-Series, will be central to their plans, while youngster Sufiyaan Muqeem brings variety. Check PAK vs OMN Asia Cup 2025 LIVE SCORE UPDATES and full scorecard here Fakhar Zaman and Saim Ayub will be tasked with providing quick starts, and Agha himself adds balance in the middle order. For Pakistan, this fixture is about more than just securing two points—it is an opportunity to test combinations and build rhythm ahead of tougher battles.

For Oman, the game is a historic occasion as they make their Asia Cup debut. Led by Jatinder Singh, a squad that balances cricket alongside regular jobs will embrace the chance to play fearless cricket against a heavyweight opponent.

But how is the wicket in Dubai expected to behave during the match, and what are the key stats of the venue? Take a look.

Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai pitch report for Pakistan vs Oman Asia Cup 2025 match

Pitch report from Dubai courtesy of Bazid Khan:“It is the same pitch that India played UAE on. It is quite hard and looks slightly drier than that surface. You search for swing with the new ball but after that the bouncer is a potent delivery,

Recent match at Dubai International Cricket Stadium

The last T20I match at Dubai International Cricket Stadium was Match 2 of the Asia Cup 2025 between India and the UAE. In the match, the UAE were invited to bat first by toss-winners India but were bundled out for just 57. In reply, India chased down the total in only 4.3 overs, losing just one wicket, to secure an emphatic nine-wicket victory.

Dubai International Cricket Stadium: Key stats

In T20 matches held at Dubai, a total of 111 games have been played. Teams batting first have won 51 matches, while those bowling first have emerged victorious 59 times. The average first-innings score stands at 139, whereas the average second-innings score is slightly lower at 122. The highest total recorded is 212/2 in 20 overs, achieved by India against Afghanistan, while the lowest total is 55 all out in 14.2 overs by West Indies against England. The highest successful chase at the venue is 184/8 in 19.2 overs by Sri Lanka against Bangladesh, and the lowest defended score is 98/5 in 20 overs by Namibia Women against UAE Women.

Among batting leaders in T20Is at Dubai, Babar Azam tops the charts with 505 runs in 13 innings at an average of 45.91 and a strike rate of 118.82, including a highest score of 79, 48 fours, and seven sixes. Virat Kohli follows with 344 runs in eight innings at 68.80, while Mohammad Rizwan has accumulated 343 runs at an average of 49.00. Other notable performers include KL Rahul (257 runs) and Rohit Sharma (233 runs).

On the bowling front, Shadab Khan leads with 17 wickets in 10 matches at an economy rate of 6.28, followed by MRJ Watt (13 wickets) and Imad Wasim (12 wickets). Others in the top five include SM Sharif (12 wickets) and A Zampa (11 wickets), with notable best bowling figures including Shadab’s 4/26 and Imad Wasim’s 5/14.

Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai pitch report for Pakistan vs Oman Asia Cup 2025 match

Recent match at Dubai International Cricket Stadium

Dubai International Cricket Stadium: Key stats

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