As the Asia Cup 2025 is set to kick off in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), several Pakistan-origin players are included in the official Asia Cup 2025 squad of UAE and Oman.
These players, born and raised in various regions of Pakistan, now play key roles in their adopted nations, showcasing the global reach of cricket talent.
Pakistani Cricketers in Oman’s Asia Cup Squad:
Syed Aamir Kaleem
Born in Karachi, Pakistan, in 1981, Kaleem moved to Oman, where his all-round skills found a permanent place in the national team. “Bought” by Oman through residency and performances in domestic cricket, he has become a mainstay, offering both batting depth and left-arm spin.
Hammad Mirza
Born in Karachi in 1998, Mirza serves as Oman’s wicketkeeper-batter. Though he couldn’t break through in Pakistan’s competitive system, Oman provided him the platform to shine at the international level.
Mohammad Nadeem
Born in Sialkot, Nadeem is a veteran all-rounder who transitioned to Oman and built a long international career. He plays a dual role with both bat and ball and is valued for his calm under pressure.
Shakeel Ahmed
Born in Mardan, Pakistan, Shakeel is a seasoned left-arm orthodox spinner. Oman “bought” his experience, and he has rewarded them with economical spells and key breakthroughs.
Hassnain Ali Shah
A young pacer from Nowshera, Hassnain is one of the newer additions to Oman’s bowling unit. He represents the next wave of talent exported from Pakistan’s domestic system.
Muhammed Imran
Born in Dera Ismail Khan, Imran’s raw pace earned him a spot in Oman’s T20I side. After working his way up in club cricket, Oman provided him the platform he couldn’t find at home.
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Pakistani Cricketers in UAE’s Asia Cup Squad:
Muhammad Waseem (Captain)
Born in Mian Channu, Punjab, Waseem is the heartbeat of UAE cricket. Having qualified via ICC’s residency rule, he exploded onto the international scene with his hard-hitting style and is now the team’s captain and most prolific scorer.
Asif Khan
Born in Lahore, Asif moved to UAE and earned his spot through domestic performances. He’s now a dependable middle-order batter who brings calm and power to the UAE lineup.
Haider Ali
Also born in Lahore, this left-arm spinner didn’t find a pathway in Pakistan’s cricket, but UAE “bought” into his potential. He boasts an outstanding average of 13.05 and has already become a match-winner.
Muhammad Junaid Siddique
Born in Multan, Siddique’s disciplined medium-fast bowling has made him a key bowler in UAE’s powerplay and death overs. His move to UAE gave him international visibility he couldn’t find in Pakistan.
Matiullah Khan
Hailing from Bannu, near Pakistan’s Afghan border, Matiullah is a right-arm seamer known for his aggression. UAE fast-tracked his cricketing career, leveraging his pace in tight situations.
Muhammad Jawadullah
Born near Mardan, Jawadullah’s story is inspirational. Moving to UAE in 2019 as an electrician, his raw talent was “discovered” in local leagues. Today, he’s a fearsome left-arm pacer for the national team.
With deep cricketing roots in Pakistan, these players bring talent, resilience, and a unique cultural blend to the Asia Cup, proving that cricketing boundaries often go far beyond national lines.
