PAK vs OMAN Today Match Prediction & Dream11 tips - Asia Cup 2025 Match 4
Introduction
The Asia Cup 2025 is heating up as Pakistan take on debutants Oman in a crucial Group A clash at the Dubai International Stadium. Pakistan enter the tournament as one of the favorites, while Oman are looking to make a mark in their maiden Asia Cup campaign.
With Pakistan missing senior stars like Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan, this game offers a chance for youngsters to shine. Oman, on the other hand, will rely on their experienced captain Jatinder Singh to inspire a competitive fight.
Key Takeaways
- Match & time: Pakistan vs Oman — Sept 12, 2025, Dubai International Stadium | 8:00 PM IST.
- Quick read: Pakistan are heavy favourites; Oman are making their Asia Cup debut and will play without pressure.
- Pakistan strengths: Top-quality pace (Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf), in-form spinners (Mohammad Nawaz, Abrar Ahmed) and dangerous batters (Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub).
- Oman strengths: Experienced leader Jatinder Singh, handy all-rounders and a fearless approach. Main weakness is lack of experience vs world-class attacks.
- Pitch & toss tip: Dubai usually helps batters under lights; pacers get early swing and spinners bite in middle overs. Chasing is preferred due to dew; first-innings par ~160–170.
- Fantasy picks (quick): Captain: Fakhar Zaman / Mohammad Nawaz. Vice: Shaheen Afridi / Jatinder Singh. Also consider Faheem Ashraf and Aamir Kaleem as all-rounders.
- Smart fantasy move: Load more Pakistan bowlers & all-rounders — Oman’s batting may struggle against high-quality pace and spin.
- Match prediction: Pakistan to win comfortably — expect ~175+ if they bat first, or a comfortable chase if Oman bat.
PAK vs OMAN Match Details
- Fixture: Pakistan vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 (Group A)
- Date & Time: Friday, September 12, 2025 – 8:00 PM IST / 6:30 PM GST
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
- Series Status: Pakistan’s opening game in Asia Cup 2025.
Pitch Report – Dubai International
- The Dubai pitch generally assists batters, especially under lights.
- Pacers get early swing, but the bounce is true for shot-making.
- Spinners will come into play in the middle overs as the track slows down.
- Teams winning the toss usually prefer to chase under lights due to dew factor.
Average 1st Innings Score: 160–170
Chasing Record: Teams chasing have a slight advantage.
Head-to-Head Record
- This will be the first ever T20I meeting between Pakistan and Oman.
- Pakistan start as overwhelming favorites on paper.
👉 If you want a broader view of how each side prepared for the Asia Cup, check out our detailed analysis of the pre-tournament momentum, team form & predictions
Pakistan in Focus
Pakistan enter this game high on confidence after winning the recent UAE Tri-Series. They comfortably beat Afghanistan in the final, thanks to Mohammad Nawaz’s sensational 5/19, which included a hat-trick.
Strengths:
- Quality pace attack led by Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf
- Experienced spin options like Mohammad Nawaz and Abrar Ahmed
- Explosive batting options – Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Mohammad Haris
- Quality pace attack led by Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf
Weaknesses:
- Absence of Babar Azam and Rizwan reduces stability
- Middle-order inconsistency in pressure situations
Key Players to Watch:
- Fakhar Zaman – dangerous opener capable of big scores in powerplay.
- Mohammad Nawaz – form spinner and match-winner with ball.
- Shaheen Afridi – new-ball strike bowler who can dismantle Oman’s top order.
Oman in Focus
Oman are playing their first ever Asia Cup T20 match, making this a historic occasion. While they lack the big names, they are known for discipline and fighting spirit.
Strengths:
- Determined batting from captain Jatinder Singh
- A decent group of all-rounders like Aamir Kaleem and Mohammad Nadeem
- Nothing to lose, so they can play fearless cricket
Weaknesses:
- Lack of experience against world-class bowling attacks
- Fragile middle order vulnerable to pace and spin
Key Players to Watch:
- Jatinder Singh – Oman’s most consistent batter and inspirational leader.
- Shakeel Ahmed – left-arm bowler capable of troubling top-order batters.
- Aamir Kaleem – all-rounder with ability to chip in with both bat and ball.
Probable Playing XI
Pakistan (Probable XI):
Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, Salman Ali Agha (c), Hasan Nawaz, Mohammad Haris (wk), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed.
Oman (Probable XI):
Jatinder Singh (c), Vinayak Shukla (wk), Hammad Mirza, Mohammad Nadeem, Ashish Odedara, Aamir Kaleem, Aryan Bisht, Shakeel Ahmed, Sufyan Mehmood, Hassnain Shah, Samay Shrivastava.
👉 Earlier in the tournament, we covered the IND vs UAE Dream11 prediction for Match 2, which gave fans an idea of how associate teams can challenge stronger sides.
Fantasy Cricket Tips (PAK vs OMAN Dream11 Prediction)
- Captain Choices: Salman Ali Agha
- Vice-Captain Picks: Shaheen Afridi, Jatinder Singh
- Batting Picks: Saim Ayub, Mohammad Haris, Hammad Mirza
- Bowling Picks: Haris Rauf, Shakeel Ahmed, Abrar Ahmed
- All-round Picks: Faheem Ashraf, Aamir Kaleem
Smart Tip: Pick more Pakistan bowlers and all-rounders since Oman’s batting may struggle against quality pace and spin.
PAK vs OMAN Match Prediction
Pakistan are heavy favorites with world-class bowlers and explosive batters in their ranks. Oman’s main goal will be to put up a fighting total and gain experience at this level.
- If Pakistan bat first, expect them to post 175+ and win by 40–60 runs.
- If Oman bat first, Pakistan’s bowlers should restrict them below 140 and chase comfortably.
👉 Prediction: Pakistan to win convincingly and start their Asia Cup 2025 campaign with a statement victory.
👉 Beyond this game, all eyes will be on the blockbuster India vs Pakistan Dream11 prediction for Match 6, which is expected to be one of the biggest clashes of the Asia Cup 2025.
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❓ FAQs
September 12, 2025, 8:00 PM IST at Dubai International Stadium.
Salman Ali Agha is leading Pakistan in this tournament.
Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Nawaz, Shaheen Afridi (Pakistan), and Jatinder Singh (Oman).
Fakhar Zaman and Mohammad Nawaz are top captain choices for this game.
Shaheen Afridi or Jatinder Singh make strong vice-captain picks.
Dubai favors batting under lights; pacers get early swing and spinners help in middle overs. Toss winners often prefer to chase.
A par first-innings score is around 160–170.
Pakistan are heavy favourites on paper given their bowling and batting depth.
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