Catch the highlights of the India A vs Oman, ACC Men's Emerging T20 Asia Cup 2024 Group B match, here
The India A Vs Oman, ACC Men's T20 Emerging Asia Cup 2024 match will be played on Wednesday, October 23 at Al Amerat Cricket Ground Oman Cricket (Ministry Turf 1), Oman at 7 pm IST. The match can be watched live on the Disney+Hotstar app and website. On TV Star Sports network will live telecast the Emerging Asia Cup matches.
India A: Abhishek Sharma, Prabhsimran Singh(w), Ramandeep Singh, Tilak Varma(c), Anuj Rawat, Hrithik Shokeen, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Rahul Chahar, Ayush Badoni, Nehal Wadhera, Rasikh Dar Salam, Anshul Kamboj, Aaqib Khan, Vaibhav Arora, Nishant Sindhu.
India are entering this match after a narrow seven-run victory over arch-rivals Pakistan and a commanding seven-wicket win against the UAE.
In contrast, hosts Oman have struggled, losing both of their matches decisively. They fell to the UAE by four wickets in their opener and suffered a 74-run defeat against the Pakistan Shaheens in their second encounter.
India A, currently unbeaten and sitting second in Group B, need just one more victory to secure the top spot. Meanwhile, the hosts, Oman, will be playing for pride, looking to finish their season on a high note at home.
Oman captain Jatinder Singh won the toss and elected to bat first against India A in match 12 of the ACC Men's Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024 at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground Oman Cricket (Ministry Turf 1), Oman.
Tilak Varma (c), Abhishek Sharma, Anuj Rawat (wk), Nehal Wadhera, Ayush Badoni, Ramandeep Singh, Nishant Sindhu, Rahul Chahar, Sai Kishore, Rasikh Salam, Aaqib Khan
Karan Sonavale, Wasim Ali, Hammad Mirza (wk) Jatinder Singh (c), Mohammed Nadeem, Sufyan Mahmood, Samay Shrivastava, Jay Viram Odedara, Sandeep Goud, Muhammad Muzahir Raza, Aamir Kaleem
From Oman, captain Jitender and Aamir take positions at the crease. India's Aqib opens the bowling attack.
Aqib is playing his first game and is eager to impress the fans by picking some wickets. However, the Oman batters are proving resilient so far. Aamir Kareem has hit a four, scoring 12 runs off 6 balls, while Jatinder has contributed 5 runs off 7 balls.
OMA-19/0 (2.2)
Just as he dreamed, Aqib has picked up a wicket in the early overs, dismissing Aamir Kareem in his attempt for another big shot. Karan now joins the action at the crease, while captain Jatinder has found his rhythm, smashing a four and a six.
OMA: 32/1 (3.4)
Just as Jatinder gained momentum, Nishant sent him back, disturbing the stumps for just 17 runs off 13 balls. And then, in his first delivery today, Ramandeep claimed Karan's wicket. Oman are batting well but struggling in the powerplay.
OMA: 36/3 (5.2)
The powerplay concludes with Oman at 46 for 3. Now, with Wasim Ali and Muhammad Nadeem at the crease, the team has progressed to 65/3 in 10 overs. The last few overs have seen impressive bowling, with only 7 runs scored in the 10th over, 2 runs in the 9th, and 6 runs in the 8th.
OMA: 65/3 (10)
And down goes Wasim! After a 28-ball innings of 24 runs, Wasim Ali is out for LBW to Sai Kishore. Now, right-hand batter Hammad Mirza steps to the crease to join Nadeem, who has managed 20 runs off 33 balls with just one boundary.
OMA: 83/4 (15)
What a beautiful partnership we’ve witnessed between Hammad and Nadeem, who staged a fightback for Oman heading into the deathovers, bringing the score to 135. However, just then, Rasikh takes down Nadeem, who departs after scoring 41 runs off 49 balls, caught by Anuj Rawat.
OMA: 135/5 (19.4)
That’s a commendable innings from Oman! Despite the early loss of wickets, they managed to post 140/5 in 20 overs. Hammad’s explosive cameo of 28 runs off 15 balls, along with Nadeem’s steady 41 off 49 balls, played a crucial role in building the innings for the hosts. Now, India A need to chase down 141 runs to secure their third-match victory.
OMA: 140/5 (20)
The innings break is over, and Indian openers Abhishek Sharma and Anuj Rawat are now at the crease, ready to chase down the 141-run target. Muzahir opens the attack for Oman. Let’s see how this chase unfolds!
OMA: 140/5 (20)
In just three overs, Abhishek Sharma has smashed four boundaries and a six, while Anuj contributes with 8 runs off 8 balls. The India Blues are off to a strong start, building their innings in the powerplay at 30/0!
IND-A: 30/0 (3)
A catch in the deep by Sufyan Mehmood off Jay Odedra ends the partnership as Anuj Rawat departs for 8 runs off 11 balls, attempting to replicate Abhishek’s aggressive play. This marks a slight setback for India.
IND-A: 35/1 (4)
Oh no! Abhishek Sharma, who was on fire with a blazing 34 runs off just 15 balls, including five boundaries and a six, departs. Karan Sonavale delivers a slower ball, and Sharma can't clear the boundary, getting caught by Samay Shrivastava at cover point.
This is definitely not the start India hopes for.
Now the captain Tilak Varma and Ayush are at the crease.
IND-A: 45/2 (5)
The powerplay ends, and Tilak and Ayush are now focused on stabilizing the innings in the chase. The required run rate stands at 6.3, while the current run rate is a healthy 9.08. India have done well in the powerplay, reaching 55/2, but the loss of two wickets dampens the mood.
IND-A: 62/2 (7)
Each shot is a statement! Ayush Badoni is finding his rhythm beautifully with back-to-back boundaries and sixes, smashing 42 runs off just 18 balls. He scores 24 runs in the 10th over alone with 4s and 6s flying everywhere off Samay Shrivastava's deliveries. (10th over - Four, Four, Six, Six, Four, No Run)
It seems like there’s nothing to worry about as India A now need just 37 runs in 60 balls!
IND-A: 104/2 (10)
CRR: 10.06 REQ: 3.83
Aamir Kaleem claims the wicket of Ayush Badoni, caught by Karan Sonavale at deep mid-wicket. But the damage is done alrady, as Ayush departs with a fantastic 51 runs off 27 balls, including six fours and two sixes.
Tilak Varma also contributes significantly with 32 runs off 26 balls.
IND-A: 129/3 (13.4), needing just 13 runs in 41 balls.
After Ayush's fiery half-century, Nehal enters but departs for just 1 run. Yet, Ramandeep arrives on the scene, unleashing his power with two massive sixes in a blistering 13 runs off just 4 balls, bringing India to victory in style. Tilak Varma also makes a significant impact with a swift 36 runs off 13 balls.
With this yet another commanding performance, India A chase down Oman’s total 140/5 with ease posting 146/4!
India beats Oman by 6 wickets!
OMA: 140/5 (20)
IND-A: 146/4 (15.2)
With this victory, India A storm into the semi-finals of the ACC Men's Emerging T20 Asia Cup 2024, remaining the only unbeaten team to advance from the group stage. The India Blues are set to face the Afghan Abdalyans in the semi-finals on October 25.
Oman concluded their tournament on a disappointing note, finishing winless, gaining some valuable experience for the future.
As expected, Ayush Badoni received the Player of the Match honours for his impressive 51 runs off just 27 balls, showcasing a brilliant display of power hitting, with six boundaries and two sixes.