Oman's Squad For T20 World Cup


Oman will look to showcase their ability at the international stage Oman will look to showcase their ability at the international stage 

On Wednesday, May 1, Oman announced their squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, set to commence on June 1, with batting all-rounder Aqib Ilyas leading the team as the new captain.

Ilyas takes over from Zeeshan Maqsood, who remains a key player in the squad. This leadership change starts a new chapter for Oman as they prepare to compete on cricket's global stage.

The Oman squad for T20 World Cup features a mix of experienced players and new talent, including eight members from the 2021 T20 World Cup team.

Oman’s Squad For T20 World Cup 2024

Player Name
Age
Position
Aqib Ilyas (c)31
Batting All-rounder
Zeeshan Maqsood36Batting All-rounder
Kashyap Prajapati28Batter
Ayaan Khan31
Batting All-rounder
Pratik Athavale27Batter/Wicket-keeper
Mohammad Nadeem41
Batting All-rounder
Shoaib Khan31
Batter
Naseem Khushi41
Batter/Wicket-keeper
Mehran Khan37Batter
Khalid Kail27Batter
Bilal Khan37Bowler
Kaleemullah33
Bowler
Rafiullah27Bowler
Fayyaz Butt30
Bowler
Shakeel Ahmad36
Bowler



Oman's T20 Captain 2024

Aqib Ilyas has repalced Zeeshan Maqsood as Oman's captain for T20 World Cup 2024 (Twitter)Aqib Ilyas has repalced Zeeshan Maqsood as Oman's captain for T20 World Cup 2024 (Twitter)

Aqib Ilyas has been named captain of Oman's T20 team for the 2024 World Cup. Having previously deputized and now stepping into the captaincy role, Ilyas brings a wealth of experience and a strategic mindset to the position.

His appointment reflects confidence in his leadership abilities and his performance both as a batsman and an all-rounder. After being appointed as the new captain of the Oman cricket team, Ilyas expressed his honour and readiness to lead his country to success in the upcoming tournament.

Oman's T20 Coach: Duleep Mendis

Oman cricket team has grown significantly under Duleep Mendis (Twitter)Oman cricket team has grown significantly under Duleep Mendis (Twitter)

Former Sri Lankan cricketer and captain, Duleep Mendis currently serves as the coach of the Oman cricket team, a position he has held for nearly a decade.

Under his guidance, Oman qualified for their first T20 World Cup in 2016, achieved the ODI status for the first time, and he has continued to develop the team's competitive edge on the international stage.

Mendis' coaching is highlighted by a focus on building a resilient and strategically adept team, using his extensive experience in international cricket.

Oman is set to begin their T20 World Cup 2024 campaign on June 2 against Namibia in Barbados, positioned in Group B alongside heavyweights like Australia and England.


Oman Squad For T20 World Cup: FAQ's

Q.1. Where will the ICC Men's T20 World Cup be held in 2024?

Answer: The ICC Men's T20 World Cup is being held in USA and West Indies.

Q.2. Who is the coach of the Oman cricket team?

Answer: Duleep Mendis is the coach of the Oman national cricket team.

Q.3. How many teams will play in T20 2024?

Answer: There are 20 nations competing in the T20 World Cup 2024.

Q.4. Who won the most cricket T20 world cups?

Answer: West Indies and England have won the most T20 World Cup, each team winning it Twice.

Q.5. Who won the first World Cup in cricket history?

Answer: In the 1975 WC final, West Indies defeated Australia by 17 runs to win the inaugural Cricket World Cup.