OMA vs AUS 40th T20 World Cup Match Highlights saw Australia cruise to a 9-wicket win over Oman at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, improving their Group B points tally to third while Oman remained fifth. Chasing a modest 105, Australia reached 108/1 in just 9.4 overs, with Adam Zampa’s four-wicket haul for Australia earning him the Player of the Match award.
Australia elected to field first after winning the toss on a pitch that offered early movement but slowed slightly as the innings progressed. Oman’s batting struggled to find momentum, losing wickets at regular intervals, which prevented them from posting a competitive total. Wasim Ali’s 32 off 33 balls and Hammad Mirza’s 16 off 13 provided minor resistance, but no other batter could accelerate consistently, leaving Oman all out for 104 in 16.2 overs. Extras contributed 8 runs, reflecting disciplined bowling from Australia.
Australia’s bowlers executed precise lines and lengths, especially in the middle overs, restricting Oman’s scoring options. Adam Zampa led the charge with figures of 4/21, while Glenn Maxwell added 2/13 and Xavier Bartlett 2/27. The early powerplay yielded three crucial wickets for 47 runs, effectively halting any potential momentum. Stoinis, Ellis, and Green maintained control, allowing the opposition only sporadic boundaries before the innings folded.
Chasing 105, Australia’s innings was dominated by Mitchell Marsh, who remained unbeaten on 64 off 33 balls, and Travis Head, who contributed 32 before being dismissed. The pair took the game away in a commanding power play, with Marsh hitting seven fours and four sixes, and Head striking six boundaries. Josh Inglis remained not out on 12, ensuring Australia crossed the line in under 10 overs with 62 balls to spare.
Toss Winner
On winning the toss, Australia elected to bowl first.
Key Moment
The decisive turning point came in Oman’s middle overs when Adam Zampa claimed three wickets in 3.2 overs, reducing Oman to 59/4. This triple strike in the middle of the innings prevented any late acceleration and set up an easy chase for Australia.
Star Performer / MVP
Adam Zampa defined the match with a four-wicket haul for 21 runs in just 3.2 overs, dismantling Oman’s middle order and creating the platform for Australia’s dominant chase.
Oman vs Australia Match Summary
Team | Score |
Oman | 104 all out (16.2 overs) |
Australia | 108/1 (9.4 overs) |
Result | Australia won by 9 wickets (62 balls remaining) |
Player of the Match | |
Highest Run-Getter of the Series | Sahibzada Farhan 220 |
Highest Wicket-Taker of the Series | Shadley van Schalkwyk 13 |
Adam Zampa
OMA vs AUS Playing XI
Oman: Aamir Kaleem, Jatinder Singh, Karan Sonavale, Hammad Mirza, Wasim Ali, Mohammad Nadeem, Vinayak Shukla, Jiten Ramanandi, Shakeel Ahmed, Jay Odedra, Shafiq Jan
Australia: Mitchell Marsh, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Cameron Green, Tim David, Matt Renshaw, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa
FAQs – Yesterday’s Oman vs Australia 40th Match (Feb 20, 2026)
Q1: What was the final score of yesterday’s Oman vs Australia match?
A1: Yesterday (20 February 2026): 40th Match
Oman (104 all out) was defeated by Australia (108/1) by 9 wickets.
Oman’s innings was led by Wasim Ali with 32 runs, while Australia’s chase featured Mitchell Marsh scoring 64*.
Result: Australia improved to third in Group B, Oman remained fifth.
Q2: Who was named the Player of the Match?
A2: Adam Zampa was named the Player of the Match for taking 4 wickets for 21 runs, breaking Oman’s middle order.
Q3: Where was the match played, and who won the toss?
A3: The match was played at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. Australia won the toss and elected to field first.
Q4: Who were the top performers with the bat for both sides?
A4: For Oman, Wasim Ali top-scored with 32 runs. For Australia, Mitchell Marsh was the leading run-scorer with an unbeaten 64.
Disclaimer: The following match highlights are based on the author’s personal insights and analysis. Readers are encouraged to consider these perspectives and form their own conclusions.
