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Oman Captain Eyes Australian Upset: "Best Time to Crush Them"

Oman captain Jatinder Singh has declared it the "best time to crush" a struggling Australian team in their final T20 World Cup group match. Australia, the 2021 champions, have been eliminated after winning just one of their three matches. Singh emphasized that T20 cricket is about momentum and seizing key moments, viewing the clash as a major opportunity for his winless team. Both teams are already out of contention for the Super Eight stage.

Key Points: Oman Captain Targets Struggling Australia in T20 World Cup

  • Australia eliminated from Super 8s
  • Oman seeking first tournament win
  • Australia with only one victory
  • Jatinder Singh sees prime opportunity
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"Best time to crush them": Oman captain ahead of Australia clash in T20 World Cup

Oman captain Jatinder Singh says it's the "best time to crush" Australia ahead of their final T20 World Cup group match. Preview and quotes.

"s.QUOTE: It is the best time to crush them. - Jatinder Singh"

Pallekele, February 20

Oman captain Jatinder Singh expressed enthusiasm ahead of the team's last group-stage match against Australia in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Friday.

Jatinder Singh said, "It is the best time to crush" the lacklustre Australian team.

Australia, the 2021 T20 World Cup champions and one of the favourites ahead of the ongoing World Cup, have only managed one win in their campaign so far and have failed to advance to the Super 8 stage. After winning their campaign opener against Ireland, Australia faced consecutive losses against Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka. While Zimbabwe defeated the Aussies by 23 runs, co-hosts Sri Lanka beat the Mitchell Marsh-led side by eight wickets.

Oman, who have also been eliminated from the World Cup, are yet to win a game in the marquee tournament. Oman captain Jatinder Singh said his team is eager to seize the opportunity against a struggling Australian side, emphasising that T20 cricket is all about momentum and key moments, and playing them well can make a big difference on the day.

"It is an opportunity. And our boys are looking forward to it. Because T20, it's a game of momentum and the moments. If you, I think, play those moments right, you can do anything on that particular day. So Australia is not doing well at the moment," as quoted by ICC's website.

Jatinder Singh said that despite being out of the tournament, Oman's team remains positive and is eager to make an impact in their final game against Australia.

"Even they are also out of the tournament. So the mood in the camp is that the boys are really positive because we tried to play better cricket, but unfortunately, things were not in our favour. But I believe boys are looking forward to the next game against Australia and make a mark," he added.

Australia have won just one match from three appearances at the T20 World Cup and is already out of contention to reach the Super Eights.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As a cricket fan, I appreciate the confidence, but "crush" is a very strong word against a team like Australia, even if they are struggling. They have world-class players who can turn up any day. Hope it's a good contest!
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Arjun K
This is the beauty of the T20 format! On paper, Australia should win easily. But momentum and pressure are real. If Oman's bowlers can get early wickets, anything is possible. Would love to see an Associate nation get a big scalp.
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Priyanka N
Respect to the Oman captain for keeping the team positive despite being eliminated. That's good leadership. Playing for pride and to make a mark is important. Hope they give a tough fight. Australia's campaign has been a proper flop show this time!
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Michael C
Australia's performance has been shocking. Losing to Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka back-to-back? That's not the Aussie team we know. Oman might just catch them at the perfect time. Could be a memorable match.
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Karthik V
The captain's statement is a bit over the top, to be honest. It's good to be confident but talking about "crushing" a giant like Australia might backfire. Better to let the cricket do the talking. Still, all the best to both teams for a good game.

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