Published on: Nov 13, 2025 11:59 am IST | Updated on: Nov 13, 2025 1:10 pm IST
The 7th edition of the ACC Emerging Asia Cup T20 is all set to kick off from November 14. The tournament, comprising 8 teams, will be played in Doha, Qatar. This will be the first instance when Doha will play host to the tournament, and we are all looking forward to the opening encounter to be played between Oman and two-time champions Pakistan A. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the Match 1, ACC Men’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 encounter between OMA vs PAK-A at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium, Doha.
Pakistan A, along with Sri Lanka A, is the most successful team of this tournament, having won the title twice. Against an associate nation like Oman, Pakistan A, any day, will start as the favorite. Talking about the win probability meter, it should favor the 2-time champions, Pakistan A. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for Match 1, ACC Men’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 encounter between OMA vs PAK-A at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium, Doha.
PAK-A: 88% win chance OMA: 12% win chance
The Pakistan A skipper has scored 260 runs in his last 10 T20 innings at a brilliant strike-rate of 149.42.
The Oman skipper is a talented batter who will be playing a vital role in Oman's batting unit throughout the tournament. Expect him to be among runs.
Pakistan A opener has accumulated 172 runs from his last 7 T20 innings. Expect him to give a good start to his side.
Maaz Sadaqat will be batting in the middle-order for Pakistan A. Not only with the bat, but Maaz will be crucial with the ball as well.
Check out our prediction for the OMA vs PAK-A Match 1 at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium, Doha.
The opening clash of the ACC Men’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 pits Oman against tournament heavyweights Pakistan A, setting the stage for a classic underdog battle. Pakistan A, the most successful side in the competition with two titles to their name, enters the contest with a formidable squad featuring explosive batters like Irfan Khan, Yasir Khan, and all-rounders such as Arafat Minhas and Mubasir Khan. Their bowling unit, led by Ahmad Daniyal and Ubaid Shah, adds further depth and firepower.
Oman, meanwhile, has never won this tournament but will be eager to script an upset. Skipper Hammad Mirza will be key at the top, supported by promising talents like Aryan Bisht, Saishiv Narayan, and Zikria Islam. Their bowling attack, featuring Jay Odedra, Pruthvi Machhi, and Muzahir Raza, will need to punch above their weight to contain Pakistan’s batting might.
For Oman to pull off a heist, early breakthroughs and disciplined middle-overs bowling will be crucial. If their batters can hold their nerve and post a competitive total, the pressure could shift. It’s a tall order, but in cricket, surprises are never off the table.
Pakistan A will be eager to kick off their ACC Men’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 campaign with a commanding win as they face Oman in the tournament opener. As the most successful side in the competition’s history with two titles, Pakistan A carry both pedigree and expectation into this edition.
Led by Irfan Khan, the squad boasts a blend of explosive batters, versatile all-rounders, and a potent bowling attack. Players like Yasir Khan, Muhammad Naeem, and Arafat Minhas offer depth in the top and middle order, while Ahmad Daniyal and Ubaid Shah bring pace and aggression with the ball. The presence of spin options like Maaz Sadaqat and Ghazi Ghori ensures balance across conditions.
Facing Oman, a side hungry to prove themselves, Pakistan A will look to assert dominance early and set the tone for the rest of the tournament. A winning start will not only boost morale but also reaffirm their status as title contenders. Expect a focused and aggressive approach from the men in green as they chase a third Rising Stars crown. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 0 PAK-A won: 0 OMA won: 0 No Result: 0 RECENT form PAKISTAN A: L W L W NR RECENT form OMAN: W L W W L
Oman and Pakistan A have never collided against each other in a T20 game. This will be their first-ever meeting in this format.
How will the two teams, i.e., Pakistan A and Oman, fare in the 1st match of the ACC Mens Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025? Let’s take a look.
Maaz Sadaqat, Yasir Khan, Muhammad Naeem, Irfan Khan (C), Ghazi Gori (WK), Muhammad Shahzad, Mubasir Khan, Sufiyan Muqeem, Arafat Minhas, Ahmad Daniyal, Ubaid Shah
Wasim Ali, Aryan Bisht, Hammad Mirza (C), Saishiv Narayan, Sufyan Yousaf (WK), Zikria Islam, Jay Odedra, Pruthvi Machhi, Muzahir Raza, Mohammed Yousuf, Shuaib Ismail
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 1st match of ACC Men’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 between Oman and Pakistan A at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium, Doha:
With a dry surface and ideal batting conditions expected at West End Park Stadium, the team winning the toss is likely to bat first. Setting a target under lights could be advantageous, especially if the pitch slows down later. Expect captains to favor runs on the board in this tournament opener.
The online live streaming of the 1st match of the ACC Men’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 will take place live on the JioHotstar app. The live TV coverage for this series will be available on the Star Sports channels.
The two-time champions, Pakistan A, will be the extreme favorites to win this fixture. They are among the strongest teams in this competition, along with India A, Sri Lanka A, and Afghanistan A. Many sportsbooks are expecting Pakistan A to come good, and so are we. Therefore, as per our prediction, Pakistan A is expected to win the OMA vs PAK-A 1st match of the ACC Men’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025.