India concluded their group stage campaign at the Asia Cup 2025 in dominant fashion, defeating Oman by 21 runs in their final group match. This crucial victory not only secured the top spot in their group but also ensured India remained unbeaten heading into the Super Four stage.
Winning the toss, India skipper Suryakumar Yadav elected to bat first on a pitch that appeared favorable for scoring. This decision proved to be effective as the Indian batting lineup posted a competitive total of 188/8 in 20 overs, despite a few early setbacks.
Sanju Samson played a pivotal role, anchoring the innings with a fluent 56-run knock that highlighted his excellent timing and shot selection. Earlier, Abhishek Sharma gave India a strong start with a brisk 38, setting the tone for the innings. Contributions from the lower-middle order further helped India surpass the 180-run mark, even as Oman’s bowlers put up tight spells during the death overs.
With this win, India finishes the group stage with a perfect record, entering the Super Four with confidence and momentum. The team has demonstrated both batting depth and bowling sharpness—key ingredients that will be crucial as they prepare to face tougher challenges in the next phase of the tournament.
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