Oman came from seemingly nowhere to finish second in the 2004 ACC Trophy and clinch a place in the aborted 2006 Asia Cup as well as the ICC Trophy of 2005. They have been perilously inconsistent ever since but got their act together to great effect in the 2007 ACC Twenty20 Cup where they contested, and jointly won, an epic final with Afghanistan. Even better though was their performance in ICC World Cricket League Divison 2 a month later where they topped the table after the group stage, against some tough opposition. That booked Oman a place in the 2009 ICC Trophy where they have every chance of qualifying for the World Cup of 2011.
Their rise has been based on having a team packed with all-rounders along with superb team spirit. They have a habit of winning close matches which says much for their competitive instincts. Oman have all the ingredients for success, including a vigorous national association. They have taken steps to introduce artificial turf wickets which simulate grass to better prepare for international competition.
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