The 12th match of the Asia Cup 2025 saw a historic showdown as India faced Oman for the first time in international cricket. India celebrated its 250th T20I, eventually winning the match by 21 runs, but the spotlight also shone on Oman’s veteran all-rounder Aamir Kaleem, whose remarkable innings captured the cricketing world’s attention.

Aamir Kaleem’s Historic Knock

At 43 years and 303 days old, Aamir Kaleem scored a brilliant 64 runs off 46 balls, including 7 fours and 2 sixes, at the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium. This feat made him:

• The oldest batsman to score a half-century against India in any format, surpassing England’s Wally Hammond, who scored a Test fifty at 43 years and 31 days in 1946.

• The oldest player to score a half-century in a T20I against a full-member team, overtaking West Indies’ Chris Gayle (41 years, 294 days) against Australia in 2021.

• The oldest player to score a half-century in the Asia Cup, surpassing Afghanistan’s Mohammad Nabi.

• The oldest to score a T20I half-century against India, surpassing South Africa’s Jacques Kallis (36 years, 166 days in 2012).

Kaleem’s innings not only showcased his skill and experience but also set multiple records, earning him global recognition despite Oman narrowly losing to India.