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India Face Oman in Dead-Rubber Finale as Bumrah Rest Considered

India is expected to rotate to manage workloads before the Super Four.

Overview

  • Match 12 is set for September 19 at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi and will be the first T20I meeting between the sides.
  • Multiple outlets report Jasprit Bumrah is likely to be rested, with Arshdeep Singh tipped to replace him as he nears 100 T20I wickets.
  • India have already reached the Super Four and Oman are eliminated, creating scope to test bench options and give fringe players time in the middle.
  • Pitch previews indicate early help for pacers and grip for spinners, with 170–180 seen as a competitive first-innings target and bowling first under lights often favored.
  • The game starts at 8 pm IST, with TV coverage on Sony Sports Network and streaming on SonyLIV.