How important was the opening partnership of Muhammad Waseem and Alishan Sharafu in setting up UAE’s win?

The partnership was crucial because it gave UAE a solid platform. Both openers batted with confidence and did not allow Oman bowlers to settle. Scoring runs early without losing wickets built the pressure on Oman.

Without that partnership, UAE could have struggled. The middle order sometimes collapses under pressure, but thanks to Waseem and Sharafu, the team could play freely later on. It was the foundation of victory.

From a tactical view, the opening stand made Oman change their bowling plan. They had to use spinners earlier, which did not work well. That single change shifted the momentum.