Oman Secure 2027 World Cup Qualifier Spot Despite Loss to UAE

Qualifying Secured: Oman have secured their spot at the 2027 Men's World Cup Qualifier despite a 42-run defeat against the UAE in their final World Cup League 2 match in Dubai.

Tied on Points: Oman finished their campaign on a seven-match losing streak, ending level with Namibia on 33 points, but clinched the final direct qualifying spot superior net run rate.

The Qualifier Playoff will be the last chance for teams to advance to the World Cup, with four places up for grabs. A 10-team Global Qualifier will then determine the final four places at the World Cup. A win at the Global Qualifier will also secure one team's direct entry to the group stage of the World Cup, while the teams finishing second, third and fourth will enter the newly formed Super Series.

Match Highlights (vs UAE)

UAE's Innings: Put into bat, UAE posted 226 for 8, anchored by Captain Rahul Chopra (47), Adeeb Usmani (47), and Basil Hameed (43). Oman left-arm spinner Shakeel Ahmed was the pick of the bowlers with 3 for 42.

Oman's Chase: Chasing 227, Oman slumped to 28 for 3 before eventually being bowled out for 184. Mujibur Ali top-scored for Oman with 65.

Qualification Pathway Overview

Direct Qualifiers from League 2: Oman joins the USA, Scotland, and the Netherlands as the four teams advancing directly from League 2 to the 10-team global qualifier.

Playoff Route: Namibia—as co-hosts of the 2027 ODI World Cup alongside South Africa and Zimbabwe—along with Canada, Nepal, and the UAE, will head to the World Cup Qualifier Playoff for another chance to advance.