Last Updated on 4 weeks by Charbel Coorey

The 4th match of the 2025 Asia Cup sees Pakistan take on Oman for the first time ever in T20Is. It is also the latter’s first-ever appearance in the Asia Cup, and they will want to make the most of their opportunity.

Oman come into this tournament with quite a different squad to last year’s T20 World Cup. There have been pay disputes in between, but they have a renewed sense of focus now with those issues sorted. Skipper Jatinder Singh will be key in leading from the front, along with their middle order who can contribute with bat and ball.

It certainly won’t be easy first up for Oman against an improved Pakistan, who have won 10 of 14 T20Is under new coach Mike Hesson. This includes a tri-series victory only a few days ago. There is a greater emphasis on intent with the bat – a stark contrast to the safe approach they adopted over numerous years.

In this article, we will look at the possible playing XIs, Dubai pitch report, fantasy cricket tips and Dream11 prediction for the 4th match of the 2025 Asia Cup between between Pakistan and Oman.

Asia Cup 2025 4th Match: PAK vs OMN Probable Playing XIs

There is doubt over Salman Agha’s participation in this match. The captain was pictured with a bandage on his neck after experiencing a mild spasm, according to Pakistani media reports. However, he is expected to play.

Pakistan: 1. Sahibzada Farhan, 2. Saim Ayub, 3. Fakhar Zaman, 4. Salman Agha Salman (c), 5. Mohammad Haris (wk), 6. Hasan Nawaz, 7. Mohammad Nawaz, 8. Faheem Ashraf/Sufiyan Muqeem, 9. Shaheen Shah Afridi, 10. Haris Rauf, 11. Abrar Ahmad

Oman haven’t played a T20I since February and there a lots of changes from their 2024 T20 World Cup team. Here is the XI they could go with.

Oman: 1. Jatinder Singh (c), 2. Aamir Kaleem, 3. Hammad Mirza, 4. Mohammad Nadeem, 5. Vinayak Shukla (wk), 6. Hassnain Shah, 7. Ashish Odedara, 8. Shakeel Ahmad, 9. Aryan Bisht, 10. Sufyan Mehmood, 11. Samay Shrivastava

Dubai International Stadium Pitch Report and Weather

The Indian seamers and spinners found joy on the Dubai track, although the inexperienced UAE batsmen were no match. Expect the captain who wins the toss to field as there should be some movement upfront with the new ball.

The chasing team won 11 of 15 matches in the 2025 ILT20 tournament. Another hot and clear night is forecast.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for PAK vs OMN: Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top wicket-keeper picks:

• Sahibzada Farhan had a poor tri-series (63 runs at 12.60). However, given he opens the batting, he still provides decent fantasy value. He is capable of performing as he scored the most runs in PSL 2025 (449) at an average of 37.41 and strike rate of 152.20.

Key batter picks:

• Fakhar Zaman is a solid c/vc option for Dream11 especially if Pakistan bats first. The experienced left-hander recently struck 77* against UAE, along with starts (25 and 27) against Afghanistan.
• Jatinder Singh is Oman’s highest-ever run-scorer in T20Is with 1,399 at an average of 24.54 and strike rate of 118.55. Getting through the powerplay will be crucial for the Oman skipper.

Top all-rounder picks:

• Mohammad Nawaz is a solid c/vc option in Dream11 whether Pakistan bowl or bat first. If Pakistan bat first, Nawaz will likely have more of an opportunity with the willow. If they bowl first, he will be one of the key bowlers. The spinner took the most wickets in the recent UAE tri-series (10) at an average of 11.70 and economy of 6.88.
• Saim Ayub can give Pakistan a fast start, especially if chasing. He had a quiet UAE tri-series with 111 runs at an average of 22.20, so his form isn’t crash hot at the moment. He was handy with the ball, with an economy of just 6.00 in 14 overs.
• Aamir Kaleem opened the batting for Oman in the T20Is against the USA earlier this year. If he opens again, he can provide strong fantasy value as he also bowls left-arm spin. He has 41 T20I wickets at an average of 20.02 and strike rate of 16.

Key bowler picks:

• Shaheen Shah Afridi is a genuine c/vc option in Dream11 if Pakistan bowl first. His matchup against Jatinder Singh is one to watch. The Oman captain has been dismissed 19 times by left-arm pace at an average of 15.05 in all white-ball internationals since the start of 2020.
• Haris Rauf will test the Oman players with his pace. Since the start of 2024, Rauf has taken 93 wickets in 65 T20s at a strike rate of 14.5. He concedes a high 9.16 per over in this period, but he is a wicket-taker.
• Abrar Ahmed can test the Oman players with his spin. He took six wickets in two matches in the recent tri-series (avg. 4.33, econ. 3.25). Also, Abrar bowled well in the 2025 PSL, taking 17 wickets at an economy of 7.34.

Other Players to Consider for your Fantasy Cricket Teams

• All-rounders provide the best value for Oman for Dream11. Mohammad Nadeem can bat anywhere in the middle order and has 34 T20I wickets at a strike rate of 24.7.
• Vinayak Shukla is a player to watch. He can provide impact for Oman with the bat. He has scored 190 runs in eight T20Is at an average of 31.66 and strike rate of 146.15.

Other Stats and Facts

• This will be the first T20I between Pakistan and Oman.
• Shaheen Shah Afridi took the most wickets in PSL 2025. The left-armer picked up 19 wickets at an average of 16.42, striking every 12.68 deliveries.
• Fakhar Zaman scored 439 runs in PSL 2025 at a strike rate of 152.96. Only Sahibzada Farhan scored more runs in the tournament.

Asia Cup 2025 4th Match: PAK vs OMN Dream11 Prediction

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams. 

Option 1:

Option 2:

Asia Cup 2025 4th Match: PAK vs OMN Match Prediction: Who will win?

Pakistan will win this match.

Disclaimer: The fantasy cricket stats, tips and predictions provided on CricBlog are intended for informational purposes for Dream11 free contests in line with the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025. The stats and writer’s views are in place to guide fans in creating their teams. While we strive to offer accurate and insightful advice, CricBlog does not guarantee success or winnings in any fantasy contests. Users are encouraged to make their own informed decisions and play responsibly.