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Observer
14-07-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Oman Cricket to host EAP tournament in October
MUSCAT: Oman will take centre stage this October as it plays host to the Asia-East Asia Pacific (EAP) Final 2025, a major qualifier in the road to the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, at the Oman Cricket Academy (OCA) twin-grounds in Al Amerat. The high-stakes tournament from October 8-17 will bring together nine top Associate nations from Asia and the EAP region, all competing for three crucial spots at the global tournament to be held in India and Sri Lanka in 2026. The ICC's decision at its 2024 AGM to merge the Asia and East Asia-Pacific qualification pathways has elevated the competitiveness of this event. 'The ICC has done a phenomenal job during the 2024 AGM by integrating the Asia and East Asia-Pacific regions into one competitive qualifier,' said Alkesh Joshi, Oman Cricket Treasurer. 'This gives both regions an equitable platform — three spots for nine determined teams — to prove their mettle and qualify for the global showpiece in 2026.' The tournament will take place in two stages: a Group Stage from October 8 to 10, followed by a Super Six Stage from October 12 to 17. The format is straightforward — teams are split into three groups of three, and the top two teams from each group will advance to the Super Six stage. At the end of the Super Six, the top three teams will earn their place in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, which will feature 20 teams. Oman enters the tournament with high hopes, not just as the host but also as a serious contender. 'This is a great opportunity for Oman to showcase our depth in the shorter format,' Joshi emphasised. 'We are the only associate nation from Asia to have participated in three ICC T20 World Cups in the past decade, and our boys are hungry to make it a fourth.' Recent performances have buoyed Oman's confidence, including their win in the Bowl Cup at the Hong Kong Super Sixes 2024 where they defeated several internationally recognised teams. Alkesh Joshi 'The team has been training intensively, and playing at home gives us an added advantage. Familiar conditions, passionate supporters, and strong board backing all combine to boost our confidence,' Joshi said. Warm-up matches will be played between October 3 and 6 across venues in Muscat, helping teams acclimatise and prepare. Fixtures include Oman facing Kuwait and Nepal, while other participating teams like UAE, PNG, Japan, and Samoa will also get valuable match practice. Beyond the cricketing action, Oman Cricket is making concerted efforts to make the event inclusive and celebratory. 'As a board, we are fully committed to providing our players with world-class preparation platforms. We also want this tournament to be a celebration for fans,' said Joshi. 'That's why entry to all matches at Al Amerat will be free. We invite the community to turn out in numbers and cheer for the team.' Joshi also expressed gratitude to local authorities. He said, 'We sincerely thank the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth (MoCSY) for their unwavering support in Oman's cricketing journey. Hosting major ICC events elevates Oman's status in the global sporting arena.' 'This tournament is a celebration of associate cricket. Hosting it in Oman proves we are not just participants but contributors to the growth of global cricket,' said Joshi. WARM-UP MATCHES: October 3–6: Oman vs Kuwait, UAE vs PNG, Japan vs Samoa (Oct 3); Malaysia vs Samoa, Oman vs Nepal (Oct 4); UAE vs Japan, Kuwait vs Qatar (Oct 5); Nepal vs Qatar, Malaysia vs PNG (Oct 6). Group stage fixtures: October 8–10: Oman vs Samoa, UAE vs Qatar, Nepal vs Kuwait (Oct 8); Malaysia vs Qatar, Kuwait vs Japan, PNG vs Samoa (Oct 9); UAE vs Malaysia, Nepal vs Japan, Oman vs PNG (Oct 10). Super Six stage: October 12–17: Top two teams from each group play four cross-group matches; top three teams qualify for ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 Group pairings: Group 1: UAE, Malaysia, Qatar; Group 2: Nepal, Kuwait, Japan; Group 3: Oman, Papua New Guinea (PNG), Samoa.
Muscat Daily
12-07-2025
- Sport
- Muscat Daily
ICC Asia-EAP Final in Oman to decide three 2026 T20 World Cup berths
Muscat – Oman will take centre stage this October as it plays host to the Asia-East Asia Pacific (EAP) Final 2025, a major qualifier in the road to the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, at the Oman Cricket Academy twin-grounds in Al Amerat. The high-stakes tournament from October 8-17 will bring together nine top Associate nations from Asia and the EAP region, all competing for three crucial spots at the global tournament to be held in India and Sri Lanka in 2026. The ICC's decision at its 2024 AGM to merge the Asia and East Asia-Pacific qualification pathways has elevated the competitiveness of this event. 'The ICC has done a phenomenal job during the 2024 AGM by integrating the Asia and East Asia-Pacific regions into one competitive qualifier,' said Alkesh Joshi, Oman Cricket Treasurer. 'This gives both regions an equitable platform — three spots for nine determined teams — to prove their mettle and qualify for the global showpiece in 2026.' The tournament will take place in two stages: a Group Stage from October 8 to 10, followed by a Super Six Stage from October 12 to 17. The format is straightforward — teams are split into three groups of three, and the top two teams from each group will advance to the Super Six stage. At the end of the Super Six, the top three teams will earn their place in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, which will feature 20 teams. Oman enters the tournament with high hopes, not just as the host but also as a serious contender. 'This is a great opportunity for Oman to showcase our depth in the shorter format,' Joshi emphasized. 'We are the only associate nation from Asia to have participated in three ICC T20 World Cups in the past decade, and our boys are hungry to make it a fourth.' Recent performances have buoyed Oman's confidence, including their win in the Bowl Cup at the Hong Kong Super Sixes 2024 where they defeated several internationally recognized teams. 'The team has been training intensively, and playing at home gives us an added advantage. Familiar conditions, passionate supporters, and strong board backing all combine to boost our confidence,' Joshi said. Warm-up matches will be played between October 3 and 6 across venues in Muscat, helping teams acclimatize and prepare. Fixtures include Oman facing Kuwait and Nepal, while other participating teams like UAE, PNG, Japan, and Samoa will also get valuable match practice. Beyond the cricketing action, Oman Cricket is making concerted efforts to make the event inclusive and celebratory. 'As a board, we are fully committed to providing our players with world-class preparation platforms. We also want this tournament to be a celebration for fans,' said Joshi. 'That's why entry to all matches at Amerat will be free. We invite the community to turn out in numbers and cheer for the team.' Joshi also expressed gratitude to local authorities. He said, 'We sincerely thank the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth for their unwavering support in Oman's cricketing journey. Hosting major ICC events elevates Oman's status in the global sporting arena.' 'This tournament is a celebration of associate cricket. Hosting it in Oman proves we are not just participants but contributors to the growth of global cricket,' added the senior Oman Cricket functionary. Warm-Up matches: October 3–6: Oman vs Kuwait, UAE vs PNG, Japan vs Samoa (Oct 3); Malaysia vs Samoa, Oman vs Nepal (Oct 4); UAE vs Japan, Kuwait vs Qatar (Oct 5); Nepal vs Qatar, Malaysia vs PNG (Oct 6). Group stage fixtures: October 8–10: Oman vs Samoa, UAE vs Qatar, Nepal vs Kuwait (Oct 8); Malaysia vs Qatar, Kuwait vs Japan, PNG vs Samoa (Oct 9); UAE vs Malaysia, Nepal vs Japan, Oman vs PNG (Oct 10). Super Six stage: October 12–17: Top two teams from each group play four cross-group matches; top three teams qualify for ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 Group pairings: Group 1: UAE, Malaysia, Qatar; Group 2: Nepal, Kuwait, Japan; Group 3: Oman, Papua New Guinea (PNG), Samoa.
Int'l Cricket Council
28-06-2025
- Sport
- Int'l Cricket Council
More England-India, victorious South Africa's next assignment – ICC.tv's action-packed July
While the England-India Test series continues after a blockbuster opening Test, the women's sides of both teams will begin their white-ball clash. Furthermore, the newly-crowned ICC World Test Championship winners South Africa are set to take on Zimbabwe, who will host their first Test series at home since 2017. Adding to the offering is the Europe Regional Final, which will determine the qualifiers for next year's marquee ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. The offers a year-round lineup of tournaments, series, and matches available to stream live across the globe. The extensive on-demand library features match highlights, exclusive ICC documentaries, and a wide range of live cricketing action. Below we break down offerings for July in detail. Upcoming tours: South Africa tour of Zimbabwe Test cricket returns to Zimbabwe as they host the World Test Champions South Africa in a two-match series. With Keshav Maharaj leading the proteas in absence of Temba Bavuma, who sits out due to an injury, Zimbabwe aim to upset their much-touted neighbours in Bulawayo. Fixtures: 1st Test: 28 June - 2 July 2025 2nd Test: 6 - 10 July 2025 Available Territories: Worldwide EXCEPT for: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo, Côte d'Ivoire, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mayotte, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Togo, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe. India Women's Tour of England Two of the top three T20I sides in the world of women's cricket lock horns in a five-match T20I series followed by three ODIs. With the Women's Cricket World Cup coming up later this year, the limited-overs tour comes in handy as preparation for the marquee women's ICC event in India. T20I Fixtures: 1st T20I: 28 June 2nd T20I: 1 July 3rd T20I: 4 July 4th T20I: 9 July 5th T20I: 12 July ODI Fixtures: 1st ODI: 16 July 2nd ODI: 19 July 3rd ODI: 22 July Available Territories for ECB Summer Content: Same as India Women's Tour of England England vs India Men's Test Series The five-Test series rolls on, with plenty of drama expected from two exciting lineups after a thriller that played out in Headingley, where England pulled off a run chase for the ages. The two sides will fight it out in four more contests before the series concludes early in August. Fixtures (Remaining Tests): 2nd Test: 2 - 6 July 3rd Test: 10 - 14 July 4th Test: 23 - 27 July 5th Test: 31 July - 4 August Available Territories for ECB Summer Content: American Samoa, Åland Islands, Albania, Andorra, Antarctica, Argentina, Armenia, Ascension Islands, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Chile, China, Christmas Islands, Cocos Islands, Colombia, Cook Islands, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic (Czechia), Denmark, East Timor, Ecuador, El Salvador, Estonia, Falkland Islands, Faroe Islands, Fiji, Finland, France, French Polynesia, French Southern & Antarctic Lands, Gaza Strip, Germany, Greece, Guam, Guatemala, Guernsey, Honduras, Hungary, Iceland, Indonesia, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jersey, Kazakhstan, Kiribati Islands, Kosovo, Kyrgystan, Laos, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macau, Macedonia, Malta, Marshall Islands, Mexico, Micronesia, Moldova, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Myanmar, Nauru, Netherlands, New Caledonia, Nicaragua, Niue, Norfolk Islands, North Korea, North Macedonia, North Mariana Islands, Norway, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Pitcairn Islands, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Samoa, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Soloman Islands, South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands, South Korea, Spain, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, Sweden, Switzerland, Tahiti, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Thailand, Tokelau, Tonga, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Ukraine, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vatican City, Venezuela, Vietnam, Wallis & Futuna. ICC Men's T20 World Cup Europe Regional Final – Netherlands With 13 out of the 20 slots filled, A crucial step in the road to the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup beckons as some of the best European sides go head-to-head in a tightly packed, action-filled schedule hosted by the Netherlands. With 10 games set to be played, two teams will make it to the tournament hosted in the sub-continent early next year. Fixtures: 5 July Netherlands v Jersey Italy v Guernsey 6 July Guernsey v Scotland Italy v Jersey 8 July Guernsey v Jersey Scotland v Netherlands 9 July Italy v Scotland Guernsey v Netherlands 11 July Scotland v Jersey Netherlands v Italy Available Territories: Worldwide except for India.
Hamilton Spectator
20-06-2025
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
Canadian men win again at ICC Men's T20 World Cup Americas Qualifier
KING CITY - Dilpreet Bajwa scored 55 runs and fellow opener Yuvray Samra added 25 Thursday as Canada defeated the Cayman Islands by 42 runs in a rain-shortened match at the Americas Qualifier for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. The weather restricted both teams to five overs, instead of the normal 20. Canada, the Bahamas, Bermuda and Cayman Islands are competing in an eight-day double round-robin format that will see the group winner advance to next year's ICC Men's T20 World Cup. Thursday's win improved Canada's record to 4-0-0. The Caymans won the toss and elected to field at the Maple Leaf Cricket Ground. Bajwa slammed three fours and four sixes in his 21-ball inning as Canada finished at 81 not out. In response, the Cayman Islands were 39 for five in their five overs. Opener Jermaine Baker led the Caymans with 15 runs. Shivam Sharma took two wickets for Canada, which faces the Bahamas on Saturday and Bermuda on Sunday. Canada made its T20 World Cup debut last year, failing to advance out of the group stage after beating No. 11 Ireland and losing to No. 8 Pakistan and co-host U.S., ranked 17th. A match against No. 1 India was abandoned due to inclement weather. The Cayman Islands and Bahamas were recently promoted from the Subregional Qualifier. Canada is ranked 19th in T20 play by the International Cricket Council, compared to No. 27 for Bermuda, No. 41 for the Cayman Islands and No. 52 for the Bahamas. —- This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 19, 2025.
Winnipeg Free Press
20-06-2025
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Canadian men win again at ICC Men's T20 World Cup Americas Qualifier
KING CITY – Dilpreet Bajwa scored 55 runs and fellow opener Yuvray Samra added 25 Thursday as Canada defeated the Cayman Islands by 42 runs in a rain-shortened match at the Americas Qualifier for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. The weather restricted both teams to five overs, instead of the normal 20. Canada, the Bahamas, Bermuda and Cayman Islands are competing in an eight-day double round-robin format that will see the group winner advance to next year's ICC Men's T20 World Cup. Thursday's win improved Canada's record to 4-0-0. The Caymans won the toss and elected to field at the Maple Leaf Cricket Ground. Bajwa slammed three fours and four sixes in his 21-ball inning as Canada finished at 81 not out. In response, the Cayman Islands were 39 for five in their five overs. Opener Jermaine Baker led the Caymans with 15 runs. Shivam Sharma took two wickets for Canada, which faces the Bahamas on Saturday and Bermuda on Sunday. Canada made its T20 World Cup debut last year, failing to advance out of the group stage after beating No. 11 Ireland and losing to No. 8 Pakistan and co-host U.S., ranked 17th. A match against No. 1 India was abandoned due to inclement weather. The Cayman Islands and Bahamas were recently promoted from the Subregional Qualifier. Canada is ranked 19th in T20 play by the International Cricket Council, compared to No. 27 for Bermuda, No. 41 for the Cayman Islands and No. 52 for the Bahamas. — This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 19, 2025.
