Omani Baloch are the nationals of the Sultanate of Oman who are of Baloch ancestry. Around 20% of Omanis are of Baloch descent whose ancestors migrated to Oman centuries ago, and are now considered native. A significant population of Omani Baloch is of Zadjali origins.
Baloch form the largest non-Arab community in Oman, and most of them have al-Balushi as a surname. Baloch served as mercenary soldiers for Oman between 18th and 20th century. The first modern army of Oman was exclusively Baloch, and even today around 40% of Omani Army consists of Baloch people.
Notable people Azan Al-Balushi, footballer Hamed Al-Balushi, footballer Jamal Nabi Al-Balushi, footballer Mohammed Al-Balushi, footballer Muheeb Al-Balushi, footballer Wadha Al-Balushi, sports shooter
See also
Al-Balushi Baloch people in the United Arab Emirates Baloch diaspora Baloch of Turkmenistan Al-Lawatia
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