The 5-match T20I series between Oman and Qatar kicked off with a high-intensity battle that went right down to the wire. Oman, having opted to bat first, posted a competitive 150/6, thanks to a solid 37 from Jayadhanyha Gunasekar and a steadying 30 not out from Fiza Javed. Qatar’s chase was spearheaded by a brilliant, lone-warrior effort from Getrude Candiru, who remained unbeaten on 62 off 58 balls. Despite her heroics and a sharp 43 from skipper Aysha, Qatar fell agonizingly short by just 7 runs.
Heading into the 2nd T20I, scheduled for February 10, Oman holds the psychological edge, but they’ll be wary of how close Qatar pushed them. For the visitors, the focus will be on their middle-order strike rate to ensure they capitalize on the platform set by Gunasekar and Nitya Joshi. On the other hand, Qatar will feel they are just one big partnership away from a win. Their bowling unit, particularly Shahreen Bahadur, who took two wickets in the series opener, showed they can stifle the Oman batters.
Squads:
Qatar Women’s Cricket Team
Amma Kashif, Aysha, Christeena Jacob, Getrude Candiru, Maria Jacob, Tafaul Elkhair, Krisheta Sarvanakumar (WK), Khadija Imtiaz, Rizpha Bano Emmanuel, Shahreen Bahadur, Trupti Kale
Oman Women’s Cricket Team
Fiza Javed, Javed Hina, Nitya Joshi, Alifiya Sayed, Trupti Pawde, Jayadhanyh Gunasekar, Priyanka Mendonca, Cynthia Saldanha (WK), Afida Afthab, Sushanthika Sathiya, Sameera Khan
Players to watch out:
Getrude Chandiru
Getrude was the standout performer for Qatar, playing a resilient anchor role that nearly guided her team to victory. She remained unbeaten on 62 runs off 58 deliveries, a steady knock decorated with six boundaries that kept the chase alive until the very last ball. Beyond her batting, she contributed with the ball by picking up the wicket of Sameera Khan, finishing with figures of 1 for 27 in her 3 overs.
Jayadhanyha Gunasekar
Jayadhanyha set a strong platform for Oman at the top of the order, scoring a vital 37 runs off 38 balls. Her innings included three fours and provided the necessary stability during the powerplay to help her side reach a competitive total of 150. She proved her all-round worth later in the evening by dismissing the dangerous Aysha, ending her bowling spell with decent figures of 1 for 33 from 4 overs.
Shahreen Bahadur
Shahreen was the pick of the bowlers for the hosts, consistently hitting the right lengths to stifle the Omani middle order. She finished with impressive figures of 2 for 21 in her 4 overs, accounting for the wickets of Javed Hina and Trupti Pawde at crucial junctures of the match. While she didn’t get going with the bat, being dismissed for just 1 run, her disciplined bowling was a major reason Qatar was able to restrict Oman to 150.
Fiza Javed
Fiza played a crucial finisher role for Oman, remaining not out on 30 runs from 28 balls to ensure her team posted a winning total. Her contribution didn’t stop there; she turned the game with the ball by taking 2 for 30 in her 3 overs, including the vital wicket of Shahreen Bahadur. Her ability to contribute effectively to both departments made her a key architect of Oman’s 7-run victory.
Pitch:
The pitch is a flat track known for being favorable for batters, offering true bounce and minimal sideways movement that often leads to high-scoring matches. While it remains balanced for both pace and spin, the surface can become slightly slower as the game progresses, bringing spinners and slower cutters into play.
Weather:
Doha will be partly sunny during the day with a high of 27°C and mostly cloudy at night with a low of 18°C. There is a 10% chance of rain, with 11 mph winds coming from the southeast and a humidity level of 40%
Fantasy Playing XI:
Fiza Javed, Nitya Joshi, Jayadhanyh Gunasekar, Priyanka Mendonca, Sameera Khan, Aysha, Christeena Jacob, Getrude Candiru, Maria Jacob, Shahreen Bahadur, Trupti Kale
Match Details:
Date – February 10, 2026
Time – 3:00 PM IST
Venue – West End Park International Cricket Stadium, Doha
Broadcast – T.B.C.
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