Due to injury problems, Australia is making some changes in the playing eleven. However, Oman, on the other hand, have been very consistent with their playing XI. Also, this match is Australia’s last chance to finish the season on a strong note.
The following article provides a detailed study of the probable playing XI for Australia vs Oman match. After comprehensive wins from this group, Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe have reached Super-8.
Australia Playing XI vs Oman Playing XI, Match No. 40 – ICC T20 World Cup 2026
Australia Playing XI vs Oman – ICC T20 World Cup 2026
Openers: Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head
Opening all-rounder Mitchell Marsh has returned to the Australian squad and will play a key role at the top of the order after opening the innings with left-handed batsman Travis Head. The return of the captain also gave Travis Head some confidence as he performed very well against the Lankans, although it ultimately went in vain.
Middle order: Steve Smith, Josh Inglis (wk), Cameron Green, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis and Tim David
Veteran Steve Smith was sent from Australia to Sri Lanka and was replaced by Josh Hazlewood. Smith should be given a chance to play in at least one game, as it’s clear he belongs in the scheme of things. The rest of their middle order remains intact, as Cameron Green, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis and Tim David continue to add firepower during the middle stages.
Bowlers: Nathan Ellis, Xavier Bartlett and Adam Zampa
Australia struggled to take any wickets in the game in the absence of fast bowler Josh Hazlewood. Nathan Ellis and Xavier Bartlett are fast bowlers but have not been able to make much of an impact yet, while Adam Zampa is also lagging behind in the number of wickets.
Australia playing XI: Steve Smith, Mitchell Marsh (captain), Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wicketkeeper), Cameron Green, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Tim David, Nathan Ellis, Xavier Bartlett and Adam Zampa.
Oman Playing XI vs Australia – ICC T20 World Cup 2026
Openers: Jatinder Singh and Aamir Kaleem
The Omani opening pair of Jatinder Singh and Aamir Kaleem are their most experienced batsmen. Aamir Kaleem performed well against Ireland and will be in great form against a weak Australian bowling attack. Captain Jatinder Singh has not yet been able to cross the double figure in this edition of the World Cup.
Middle order batsmen: Hammad Mirza, Wasim Ali, Mohammad Nadeem, Vinayak Shukla
Hammad Mirza is not a traditional No. 3 for them; However, he was a former opening batsman who has been handed this new role in the middle order. Mohammad Nadeem is another important force in the middle stage; However, his striking rate is a major concern. Vinayak Shukla, the explosive option in their batting line-up, has been short of runs in recent times, but he has the ability to show aggression.
Bowlers: Jiten Ramanandhi, Sufiyan Mahmood, Shakeel Ahmed, Nadeem Khan and Faisal Shah
Sufiyan Mahmood remains their best bowler, often attacking with the new ball and bowling with Faisal Shah. Faisal, on the other hand, is widely known for his economical spells. Nadeem Khan is their central spinner; However, the Omani bowlers have not been able to make an impact with the ball yet.
Oman playing eleven: Jatinder Singh (captain), Hammad Mirza, Aamir Kaleem, Wasim Ali, Mohammad Nadeem, Vinayak Shukla, Jiten Ramanandi, Sufiyan Mahmood, Nadeem Khan, Shakeel Ahmed and Faisal Shah.
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