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Mohammad Nadeem
Name: Mohammad Nadeem
Position: Left-arm orthodox spinner
Number: 17
Age: 42
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About Mohammad Nadeem

Mohammad Nadeem is Oman’s understated all-rounder—a player whose quiet consistency and clutch performances have built the backbone of the team in pressure situations. Nadeem is that rare kind of cricketer who doesn’t chase the limelight but often ends up in it because of the calm assurance he brings to every match. With both bat and ball, he has become one of Oman’s most dependable performers over the past decade. Born on September 4, 1982, in Pakistan, Nadeem moved to Oman to pursue professional opportunities, but his passion for cricket remained unwavering. He rose through the ranks of Oman’s domestic cricket with his clever seam bowling and useful lower-order batting. By the time he broke into the national side, he had already built a reputation as a player who could be trusted to get the job done—no matter how big the challenge. As a right-arm medium-fast bowler, Nadeem’s strength lies in his accuracy, movement off the pitch, and tactical intelligence. He isn’t express pace, but what he offers is much more subtle: late seam, variation, and relentless discipline. Whether it’s building pressure with dot balls or bowling at the death, Nadeem’s control over line and length makes him a captain’s dream. His finest hour with the ball came during the 2019 ICC World Cricket League Division Two, where he produced a stunning four-wicket haul against Namibia to help Oman qualify for their first ever ICC Cricket World Cup League 2. It was a spell that combined experience, execution, and nerve—all things that define Nadeem’s bowling style. But Nadeem isn’t just a bowler—he’s a true bowling all-rounder. His right-handed batting has been equally valuable to Oman, particularly in pressure scenarios. He’s often the player who rescues the side after a middle-order collapse or who finishes the innings with a flurry of calculated boundaries. With a cool head and straight technique, Nadeem offers reassurance lower down the order. His 55* against the USA in a must-win ODI in 2021 was a masterclass in composure and timing. More than his stats, it’s Nadeem’s leadership through actions that has earned him deep respect in the dressing room. Even when he’s not in the spotlight, he’s the one talking to younger players, helping them think through scenarios, and leading by quiet example. He rarely shows emotion on the field, but his presence is always felt—solid, steady, and reassuring. Now one of the senior-most figures in the Oman squad, Nadeem has embraced his role as a mentor and guiding hand. He continues to contribute on the field with fitness that belies his age, and off the field, he brings a calm wisdom that younger teammates look up to. In the ever-evolving story of Oman cricket, Mohammad Nadeem represents reliability—a man who does what needs to be done, without fuss or fanfare. And in a game often ruled by flash, his steady heart remains one of Oman’s greatest assets.