Pakistan Thrashes Oman to Start Asia Cup 2025
Pakistan began their Asia Cup 2025 campaign well. They secured a commanding 93-run victory. The match was played against Oman in Dubai. This win provides huge momentum. The Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 journey starts with dominance.
Mohammad Haris Returns to Form
Mohammad Haris was the star performer. He returned to form with a sparkling 66. His innings came off just 43 balls. Haris hit seven fours and three sixes. He anchored the innings after an early setback.
Crucial Partnership Stabilizes Innings
Pakistan posted a total of 160-7. Haris shared a crucial 85-run partnership. His partner was Sahibzada Farhan. Farhan scored 29 runs off 29 balls. They stabilized the innings effectively. Saim Ayub was out for a duck early on.
Oman Debutants Impress with the Ball
Oman’s debutants bowled very well. Aamir Kaleem took 3 wickets for 31 runs. Shah Faisal also claimed 3 wickets for 34 runs. Faisal dismissed Hasan Nawaz and Mohammad Nawaz. Fakhar Zaman provided late fireworks. His quickfire 23 helped add 49 runs late on.
Pakistan Spinners Dominate the Chase
Oman collapsed under the chasing pressure. They were bowled out for just 67 runs. This happened in 16.4 overs. Pakistan’s spinners took charge quickly. Sufiyan Muqeem took 2 wickets for 7 runs. Saim Ayub also took 2 wickets for 8 runs. Faheem Ashraf finished the tail end.
Hammad Mirza’s Lone Fight Fails
Hammad Mirza was Oman’s top scorer. He managed 27 runs off 23 balls. Mirza hit one six and three boundaries. However, he lacked support from others. Wickets kept tumbling around him consistently. This Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 win was convincing.
