As the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 approaches, several Pakistan-origin cricketers are set to play key roles in Oman’s national squad, showcasing the global reach of cricket talent and the opportunities provided by residency and domestic cricket systems.
These players, born and raised in Pakistan, now represent Oman at the international level, contributing their skills and experience to the team’s World Cup campaign.
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Pakistani-origin Cricketers in Oman’s Squad:
Mohammad Nadeem
Born in Sialkot, Pakistan, on September 4, 1982, Nadeem is a veteran all-rounder for Oman.
With experience in 70 T20Is for Oman, he provides both batting depth and right-arm medium fast, making him a key figure in the team.
Shakeel Ahmed
Shakeel Ahmed, born February 4, 1988, in Mardan, North-West Frontier Province, is a left-hand batter and slow left-arm orthodox bowler.
A seasoned bowler, Shakeel has represented teams like Abbottabad and Oman A and has become known for his economical spells and crucial breakthroughs for Oman.
Hammad Mirza
Born in Karachi in 1998, Hammad Mirza is Oman’s wicketkeeper-batter.
Unable to break into Pakistan’s highly competitive system, he moved to Oman, where his performances in domestic cricket earned him a spot in the national side, showcasing his talent on the international stage.
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Nadeem Khan
Nadeem Khan, born June 7, 2001, in Mardan, is a left-hand batter and left-arm wrist-spin all-rounder.
He is valued for his versatility, contributing in both batting and bowling departments.
Hasnain Ali Shah
Born December 10, 1996, Hasnain Ali Shah is a right-hand batter and right-arm medium pacer.
He is 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.
These Pakistan-origin players exemplify how talent can flourish beyond national borders, bringing experience, resilience, and cultural depth to Oman’s World Cup squad.
Their journey highlights the growing influence of Pakistan’s cricketing ecosystem in shaping international teams around the world.
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Oman squad for T20 World Cup 2026:
Jatinder Singh (c), Vinayak Shukla, Mohammad Nadeem, Shakeel Ahmad, Hammad Mirza, Wasim Ali, Karan Sonavale, Shah Faisal, Nadeem Khan, Sufyan Mehmood, Jay Odedra, Shafiq Jan, Ashish Odedara, Jiten Ramanandi, Hasnain Ali Shah.
