Oman announce T20 World Cup 2026 squad with three key changes from Asia Cup line-up

Oman Cricket (OC) has announced a 15-member squad for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, which will take place in India and Sri Lanka next year. Jitender Singh will lead the side as Oman are preparing for their fourth appearance at the global event. 

Changes in Oman squad

The squad includes three changes from the team that featured in the Asia Cup earlier in September. From the Asia Cup squad, Aamir Kaleem, Sufyan Yousuf, Aryan Bisht, Zikria Islam and Mohammed Imran have been dropped for the World Cup.  

The three players who have been recalled into the final 15 are Wasim Ali, Jay Odedra and Karan Sonavale. The tournament is scheduled to start on February 7, and the title decider will take place on March 8. 

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Oman's Group Stage schedule

Oman will start their campaign against Zimbabwe on February 9 in Colombo, and after that, the side will face the co-hosts on February 12 followed by a match against Ireland (Colombo) on February 14. Oman, who are placed in Group B, will conclude their group assignment with a game against heavyweights Australia in Kandy on February 20.

Oman to play warm-up matches

Before featuring in the mega event, Oman will play warm-up matches against Zimbabwe on February 3 and against Sri Lanka A on February 6 in Colombo.