Afghanistan vs Oman Cricket Prediction: 29/5/2025

### AFG VS OMA MATCH PREDICTION & ANALYSIS

Afghanistan and Oman are set to clash in the 7th match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Warm-up at Queens Park Oval, Sabina Park, Trinidad.

Afghanistan comes into this match with strong performances in their recent T20I series in Ireland, where they excelled in both batting and bowling. Captain Rashid Khan will be aiming for another impressive display against Oman.

Conversely, Oman has shown good form in the T20 format this season, winning nine out of 14 matches. Despite their loss in the ACC Men’s Premier Cup final against the UAE, they have been a cohesive unit.

Afghanistan has a psychological edge, having won all five T20Is played against Oman.

### TEAMS PREVIEW

#### Afghanistan Preview
In the batting lineup, Afghanistan will rely on Ibrahim Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, and Azmatullah Omarzai to score the bulk of the runs. Ibrahim Zadran has been the leading run-scorer since January 2024, with 281 runs in 10 matches at a strike rate of 113.30, including three half-centuries.

The bowling attack will feature Fazalhaq Farooqi, Mohammad Nabi, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Rashid Khan, and Naveen Ul Haq, who are expected to deliver crucial breakthroughs.

**Afghanistan Predicted Playing XI:** Rashid Khan (captain), Mohammad Ishaq (wk), Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Fareed Ahmed, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Naveen Ul Haq, Nangeyalia Kharotie, Mujeeb Ur Rahman.

#### Oman Preview
Oman’s batting will depend on Naseem Khushi, Kashyap Prajapati, captain Zeeshan Maqsood, and Aqib Ilyas. In their recent match against Papua New Guinea, Zeeshan Maqsood top-scored with 45 runs off 42 balls, supported by Khalid Kail’s 27 runs and Mohammad Nadeem’s crucial 22 off 11 balls.

In the bowling department, Bilal Khan, Fayyaz Butt, Aqib Ilyas, Zeeshan Maqsood, and Shakeel Ahmed will be key. Aaqib Sulehri was the standout bowler against Papua New Guinea with 3 for 22, while Bilal Khan also impressed with 2 for 20.

**Oman Predicted Playing XI:** Kashyap Prajapati, Naseem Khushi, Aqib Ilyas, Zeeshan Maqsood, Aaqib Sulehri (c), Ayaan Khan, Khalid Kail, Rafiullah, Shakeel Ahmed, Fayyaz Butt, Bilal Khan.

### PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS

#### Weather Conditions
The pitch at Sabina Park is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball. However, the weather forecast for Wednesday predicts thundery showers with light winds.

#### Pitch Report
Queen’s Park Oval in Port of Spain, Trinidad, will host the 7th match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup warm-up between Afghanistan and Oman. The average first innings score here is around 115 runs.

#### Toss: To Bowl
Winning the toss and bowling first will be the strategy for both teams, aiming to restrict the opposition to under 140 runs.

### Winning Prediction
Based on current form, Afghanistan is the clear favorite to win against Oman. With key players like Rashid Khan, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Mohammad Nabi, and Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Afghanistan is well-equipped to dominate both with the bat and ball.

Expect Afghanistan to secure a comfortable victory over Oman in Trinidad.