Denmark and Oman are set to make history this February as the Danish women’s team touches down in Muscat for the very first time. While Oman has been steadily climbing the ranks in Asian associate cricket, Denmark is looking to test their mettle in unfamiliar conditions, setting the stage for a fascinating four-match T20I series. Since these two sides have never faced each other on the international stage, this tour is a blank canvas. Oman enters as the slight favorite, sitting at 39th in the ICC T20I rankings, while Denmark follows closely at 43rd.
The hosts, Oman, have been in stellar form over the past year, boasting an incredible 83%-win rate with ten victories in their last twelve matches. They have turned the Al Amerat ground into a fortress, and their familiarity with the desert climate gives them a distinct tactical edge. Denmark, on the other hand, arrived with a more balanced record of five wins from their last ten outings. While they are coming off a high after an unbeaten run to claim the Nordic Cup in late 2024, the transition from European summer conditions to the dry heat of the Middle East will be their biggest hurdle to overcome.
Individual stats reveal exactly who the key threats will be for both camps. For Oman, Jayadhanyha Gunasekar has been the backbone of the batting lineup, amassing nearly 399 runs with a best of 66 and a strike rate 99.50, while Priyanka Mendonca has led the bowling attack with 32 wickets with best bowling figures of 4 for 41 and an economy rate of 4.79 averaging 16.18.
Denmark will look to counter this with the reliability of Line Leisner, who has been their most consistent run-scorer scoring 280 runs in 22 innings with the highest score of 34*. On the bowling front, Nita Dalgaard remains Denmark’s primary strike option, having picked up 24 wickets with the best of 3 for 10 averaging 10.95 and her ability to swing the ball early could be vital in restricting Oman’s top order.
The tour kicks off on February 3rd at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 1), with the first two matches scheduled as evening fixtures starting at 7:00 PM local time. After a short break, the series shifts to a morning format for the final two games on February 6th and 7th, starting at 11:30 AM. This change in timing adds an interesting layer of strategy to the series, as teams will have to adapt to the shifting light and pitch behavior between the day-night and full-day games.
This series is a massive step forward for both nations as they look to improve their global standing and gain valuable ranking points. With no prior head-to-head history to lean on, the opening match in Muscat will be a fascinating feel-out game that could dictate the momentum for the entire week. For Denmark, it is a chance to prove they can compete outside of Europe, while for Oman, it is an opportunity to continue their dominance on home soil and solidify their rise in the world of women’s cricket.
Schedule:
1st T20I – Oman vs Denmark – 3rd February 2026
2nd T20I – Oman vs Denmark – 4th February 2026
3rd T20I – Oman vs Denmark – 6th February 2026
4th T20I – Oman vs Denmark – 7th February 2026
*All games will be played at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground Oman Cricket (Ministry Turf 1)
This tour represents a significant milestone for both nations as they push for a higher standing in the global rankings. With Oman’s home-ground dominance being tested by Denmark’s fresh European energy, fans can expect a competitive series that finally puts these two rising teams on each other’s maps.
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