USA vs Oman ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 2025: In a thrilling finale to the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 campaign, the United States cricket team clinched a hard-fought 9-run victory over Oman at Central Broward Regional Park in Lauderhill, Florida. The contest marked the 73rd and final ODI of the tournament, and it lived up to expectations with both teams battling till the last over.
After being asked to bat first, the USA posted a competitive total of 293/8 in 50 overs, built on the back of consistent middle-order contributions. Saiteja Mukkamalla anchored the innings with a steady 73 off 79 balls, while Smit Patel (41 off 47), Sanjay Krishnamurthi (an unbeaten 40 off 27), and Harmeet Singh (33 off 36) played crucial supporting roles to help push the total close to the 300-run mark.
Oman’s bowling unit had its moments, with Sufyan Mehmood shining brightest, taking 3/58 in 9 overs. Aamir Kaleem (2/43) and Shakeel Ahmad (2/52) also chipped in with key breakthroughs to prevent a late American surge.
Harmeet Singh’s All-Round Brilliance Shines Again
Chasing 294 for victory, Oman showed great resilience and intent. They were led by an explosive innings from Sufyan Mehmood, who smashed 72 off just 51 deliveries, including multiple boundaries and sixes to keep the chase alive. He found support from Hammad Mirza (50 off 52) and Vinayak Shukla (46 off 37), who kept Oman in the hunt till the final few overs.
However, the day belonged to USA’s all-rounder Harmeet Singh, who followed up his vital knock with the bat by taking 3/69 in 10 overs, including crucial wickets at decisive moments. His performance earned him the Player of the Match award and proved instrumental in tilting the game in USA’s favor.
Jasdeep Singh also delivered a valuable bowling spell for the USA, claiming 3/64 in 10 overs, as Oman fell short at 284/9, just 9 runs shy of victory.
USA End League 2 Journey with Momentum
With this win, the USA concluded their ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 campaign on a high note, showcasing their growing consistency and competitive edge in ODI cricket. The match not only displayed their depth in both batting and bowling but also their composure under pressure.
For Oman, despite the narrow loss, the fighting spirit they exhibited in a high-pressure chase highlighted their potential and the emergence of key talents like Mehmood and Mirza.
Score Summary:
USA – 293/8 (50 overs)
Saiteja Mukkamalla 73 (79), Smit Patel 41 (47), Sanjay Krishnamurthi 40* (27)
Sufyan Mehmood 3/58, Aamir Kaleem 2/43
Oman – 284/9 (50 overs)
Sufyan Mehmood 72 (51), Hammad Mirza 50 (52), Vinayak Shukla 46 (37)
Harmeet Singh 3/69, Jasdeep Singh 3/64
Result: USA won by 9 runs
Player of the Match: Harmeet Singh (USA)
