Oman Dominates Samoa in ICC Men's T20 World Cup Qualifier 2025: A Crushing Victory for the Hosts

Oman has launched its campaign for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 Asia/East Asia Pacific Qualifier with a convincing victory over Samoa. The match, which took place on October 8, 2025, saw Oman secure a 5-wicket win over Samoa.[3][4].

Samoa, bolstered by the return of former New Zealand international Ross Taylor, failed to make a significant impact. Taylor, who last played an international match in 2022, managed only 22 runs off 28 balls as Samoa struggled to post a competitive total. His side was restricted to 92 runs for 9 wickets in their 20 overs against a strong Oman attack.[1][6].

Oman's bowling performance was solid, and they successfully chased down the target, reaching 96/5 in 17 overs. This win sets a strong foundation for Oman's campaign in the tournament.[4][5].

The hype around Ross Taylor's return did not translate into a memorable performance for Samoa. Despite his experience, Taylor's uncharacteristic innings was unable to accelerate Samoa's batting, which ultimately led to their defeat.[1][6].

The match highlights Oman's preparedness and strength in the tournament, while Samoa will need to regroup and improve for their upcoming matches.