OMA vs SAM Dream11 Prediction – 1st Match T20 | Men’s T20 World Cup Asia-EAP Qualifier | 08 Oct 2025
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia and East Asia-Pacific Qualifier 2025 begins with an exciting clash between Oman (OMA) and Samoa (SAM). Oman will look to make the most of their home advantage at Al Amerat Cricket Ground, while Samoa, led by experienced players and featuring veteran Ross Taylor, will aim to start their campaign on a high.
Match Details
- Match: Oman vs Samoa, 1st T20 Match
- Date: 8 October 2025
- Time: 10:00 AM Local | 11:30 AM IST
- Venue: Al Amerat Cricket Ground, Oman
- Competition: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia-EAP Qualifier 2025
- Format: T20 (20 Overs per side)
Weather and Pitch Report
- Weather: Clear skies with warm conditions throughout the match. Ideal for cricket.
- Pitch Report: The Al Amerat wicket offers balance — good bounce early on for fast bowlers and some turn later in the innings. Batters who spend time in the middle can capitalize during the middle overs.
- Toss Prediction: Teams winning the toss may prefer to bat first and put up a big score on the board.
Team Preview
Oman Team Preview
Oman, led by Aqib Ilyas, enter the tournament as one of the strongest sides in the Asia-EAP region. With experienced campaigners like Bilal Khan, Jatinder Singh, and Zeeshan Maqsood, the hosts are confident of a strong start. Their top order has been in form, and their bowling unit looks balanced with a mix of pace and spin.
Samoa Team Preview
Samoa, on the other hand, are looking to make an impact with their newly built squad. The inclusion of Ross Taylor brings valuable international experience. Their bowling attack, led by Fa’avae Pule and Sean Solia, will play a key role in controlling Oman’s aggressive batting lineup.
Head-to-Head Record
| Team | Matches Played | Wins | Losses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oman | 0 | – | – |
| Samoa | 0 | – | – |
(No official T20I meetings between Oman and Samoa yet — this will be their first competitive clash.)
Probable Playing XIs
Oman: Jatinder Singh, Aqib Ilyas (c), Kashyap Prajapati, Zeeshan Maqsood, Aamir Kaleem, Mohammad Nadeem, Shoaib Khan, Naseem Khushi (wk), Bilal Khan, Kaleemullah, Fayyaz Butt
Samoa: Ross Taylor, Fa’avae Pule, Sean Solia, Ben Mailata, Iakopo Pauga, Patrick Matautaava, Dwayne Setefano, Chris Malielegaoi, Sam Lavatai, Josh Pascoe, Daniel Langford
Top Fantasy Picks
Batters: Ross Taylor, Jatinder Singh, Aqib Ilyas
All-Rounders: Zeeshan Maqsood, Mohammad Nadeem, Sean Solia
Bowlers: Bilal Khan, Kaleemullah, Fa’avae Pule
Wicketkeeper: Naseem Khushi
Captain Choices: Aqib Ilyas, Ross Taylor
Vice-Captain Choices: Bilal Khan, Zeeshan Maqsood
Oman vs Samoa Match Prediction
Oman appear as clear favorites on paper due to their experience, familiarity with the conditions, and balanced squad. Samoa could pose a challenge if their senior players perform under pressure, but Oman’s home advantage and bowling strength make them likely winners in this contest.
Predicted Winner: Oman (60–40 edge)
Key Insights
- Oman have won 4 of their last 5 home T20 matches.
- Ross Taylor’s return to international cricket is a major boost for Samoa.
- The Al Amerat pitch has produced first-innings scores around 160–170 recently.
