Abu Dhabi, Sept. 19 -- Oman went toe-to-toe with world champions, put up a fight to remember, but still fell 21 runs short as India kept its unbeaten run in the tournament intact by sealing a 21-run victory in the final group stage game at the Asia Cup on Friday in Abu Dhabi.

At Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Oman gave India a run for their money with a spirited display that was fuelled by the sheer belief of pulling off the unthinkable. Wickets dried up, but the boundaries kept flowing from Oman's batting unit. Aamir Kaleem, a 43-year-old veteran, injected the much-needed impetus that kept Oman on track.

In pursuit of a 189-run target, Oman got off to a composed start, courtesy of skipper Jatinder Singh and Aamir. The duo ensured that Oman walk...