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Welcome to another exciting day of T20 cricket! Namibia take on Zimbabwe in the third match of the Namibia T20I Tri-Series 2026 at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek. Namibia come into this match after beating South Africa by 18 runs, while Zimbabwe are looking for their first points after losing their opening game to South Africa.
Namibia made 163/9 in their first match and then restricted South Africa to 145/9. Zimbabwe scored 144/8 against South Africa, but the Proteas chased the target in 13.4 overs. That gives Namibia the better start to the series and puts Zimbabwe under pressure going into this match. For the NAM vs ZIM Fantasy Team, these recent performances will be important when assessing the key players and fantasy combinations.
NAM vs ZIM Match Details
Match: Namibia vs Zimbabwe, 3rd T20I, Namibia T20I Tri-Series 2026
Date: Monday, August 31, 2026
Time: 05:30 PM,
Local Time: 12:00 PM
Venue: Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek
Format: T20I
Series: Namibia T20I Tri-Series 2026
Points Table
Namibia: 1 match, 1 win, 0 losses, 2 points, NRR +0.900
Zimbabwe: 1 match, 0 wins, 1 loss, 0 points, NRR -3.483
Namibia are currently second in the three-team table behind South Africa on points, while Zimbabwe are yet to open their account.
Recent Form
Namibia: W, W, W, W, W
Zimbabwe: L, L, L, L, L
Namibia’s most recent five listed T20 results are all wins. Their latest victory came against South Africa, where they defended 163/9 by 18 runs.
Zimbabwe have lost their last five listed T20 matches. Their most recent defeat came against South Africa, who chased 145 in 13.4 overs after Zimbabwe made 144/8.
Namibia Squad
Gerhard Erasmus (captain), Michael van Lingen, Zane Green, Bernard Scholtz, Ruben Trumpelmann, JJ Smit, Jan Frylinck, Louren Steenkamp, Malan Kruger, Jack Brassell, Max Heingo, Alex Busing-Volschenk, Junior Taanyanda, Jan-Nicol Loftie-Eaton, JC Balt and Waldo Smith.
Namibia have a settled group of experienced T20 players. Gerhard Erasmus leads the side, while Jan Frylinck, JJ Smit, Jan-Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Bernard Scholtz and Ruben Trumpelmann give the team experience across the batting and bowling departments.
Zimbabwe Squad
Sikandar Raza (captain), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Graeme Cremer, Ben Curran, Brad Evans, Innocent Kaia, Wessly Madhevere, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wellington Masakadza, Kundai Matigimu, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Newman Nyamhuri and Tafadzwa Tsiga.
Sikandar Raza leads a Zimbabwe squad containing several experienced T20 players. Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Brad Evans, Blessing Muzarabani and Tadiwanashe Marumani are among the main names to consider for this match.
NAM vs ZIM Head to Head Record
Last 10 matches: Namibia 4 wins, Zimbabwe 6 wins.
Zimbabwe have the better overall record in the last 10 meetings, but the recent head to head results have included high-scoring matches. In the 2025 T20I series, Zimbabwe won the first two matches before Namibia won the third.
Previous Head to Head Results
Zimbabwe 171/3 beat Namibia 167/6 in the T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier final in 2025.
Namibia 204/7 beat Zimbabwe 176 in the third T20I in 2025.
Zimbabwe 170/5 beat Namibia 169/6 in the second T20I in 2025.
Zimbabwe 211/3 beat Namibia 178/7 in the first T20I in 2025.
Venue Stats
Matches: 12
Win batting first: 33%
Win bowling first: 67%
Average first innings score: 153
Average second innings score: 135
Highest total: 230/6 by Namibia vs Hong Kong
Lowest total: 76 all out by Nigeria vs Hong Kong
Highest chase listed: 146/7 by Namibia vs Canada
Pitch Report
The Namibia Cricket Ground has produced an average first innings score of 153 in the available venue record. Teams chasing have won 67% of the matches in the venue sample, compared with 33% for teams batting first.
The recent wicket split also favours pace. In the last 10 matches at the venue, pace bowlers have taken 85 wickets, accounting for 69% of the wickets, while spin has taken 38 wickets.
That record makes pace bowlers with a clear role attractive fantasy options. Batters who can handle the new ball and build an innings also have value because the venue has produced totals as high as 230/6.
Recent Matches at Namibia Cricket Ground
South Africa 146/3 beat Zimbabwe 144/8 by 7 wickets.
Namibia 163/9 beat South Africa 145/9 by 18 runs.
The first two matches of this tri-series have already shown two different results at the venue. Namibia defended 163, while South Africa chased 145 comfortably against Zimbabwe.
Weather Report
The available match information lists hazy sunshine in Windhoek, with a temperature around 28.9°C, humidity of 15% and a 0% chance of rain.
The dry conditions should allow a full match, with no rain interruption expected from the current forecast.
NAM vs ZIM Fantasy Team Key Players Recent Form
Namibia (NAM)
Jan Frylinck: 60 Runs,
Louren Steekamp: 41 Runs,
Gerhard Erasmus: 19 Runs & 1 Wicket,
JJ Smit: 3 Wickets,
Ruben Trumpelmann: 3 Wickets,
Zimbabwe (ZIM)
Brian Bennett: 34 Runs,
Ben Curran: 24 Runs,
Sikandar Raza: 10 Runs,
Tadiwanashe Matumani: 30 Runs,
Note: Player recent form is based on their latest appearances before the NAM vs ZIM match and may be updated after the toss if required.
Key Fantasy Picks
Gerhard Erasmus
Erasmus leads Namibia and remains one of the team’s main all-round options. His ability to contribute in both departments gives him a strong fantasy profile.
Jan-Nicol Loftie-Eaton
Loftie-Eaton is another Namibia all-rounder with the ability to add points with both bat and ball. His role makes him useful when building a balanced fantasy combination.
Jan Frylinck
Frylinck is one of Namibia’s experienced all-rounders. He has a long record in international T20 cricket and is one of the players to consider when the final XI is confirmed.
Sikandar Raza
Raza is Zimbabwe’s captain and one of their main all-round options. His involvement in both innings gives him a high fantasy ceiling.
Brian Bennett
Bennett is one of Zimbabwe’s leading batting options. He has been a regular run scorer for the side and will be important if Zimbabwe are to put pressure on Namibia’s bowling attack.
Blessing Muzarabani
Muzarabani is one of Zimbabwe’s main pace options. The venue numbers strongly favour pace, which makes his role particularly relevant for fantasy selections.
Fantasy Strategy
The venue numbers should be kept in mind for this match. Pace has taken 85 wickets in the last 10 matches at Windhoek, while spin has taken 38.
All-rounders are also valuable because both teams have several players who can contribute in more than one department. Erasmus, Raza, Frylinck and Loftie-Eaton are the main names to consider in that category.
For Grand Leagues, the best differential choices should come from confirmed playing XI members who have a clear batting or bowling role. Avoid selecting a player simply because he is part of the 15-player squad.
NAM vs ZIM Fantasy Team: Small Leagues
Wicketkeeper: Zane Green
Batters: Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Michael van Lingen
All-rounders: Gerhard Erasmus (C), Sikandar Raza (VC), Jan Frylinck, Ryan Burl
Bowlers: Blessing Muzarabani, Ruben Trumpelmann, Bernard Scholtz
This is a pre-match combination based on the announced squads and known player roles. Any player not named in the final XI should be replaced before the contest deadline.
NAM vs ZIM Fantasy Team: Grand Leagues
Wicketkeeper: Tadiwanashe Marumani
Batters: Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Malan Kruger, Louren Steenkamp
All-rounders: Sikandar Raza (C), Jan-Nicol Loftie-Eaton, JJ Smit
Bowlers: Blessing Muzarabani (VC), JC Balt, Max Heingo
The Grand League combination gives more weight to pace and multi-skill players. Final changes should be made after the XI is announced.
Match Prediction
Namibia enter the match with the stronger result behind them. They beat South Africa by 18 runs after posting 163/9, while Zimbabwe’s 144/8 was chased by South Africa in only 13.4 overs.
Namibia also have home conditions in their favour and their bowling attack has already shown that it can defend a competitive total. Zimbabwe have enough experience through Sikandar Raza, Ryan Burl and Brian Bennett to put up a strong challenge, but their bowling needs to improve after the defeat to South Africa.
The venue record also gives the bowling side a useful advantage, with teams bowling first winning 67% of the matches in the available sample.
Prediction: Namibia to win.
Final Fantasy Checklist
Check the final playing XI before locking the team.
Give extra importance to confirmed pace bowlers because pace has taken 69% of the wickets in the last 10 venue matches.
Prioritise all-rounders who are confirmed to bat and bowl.
Check the batting order of Brian Bennett and Ben Curran before selecting Zimbabwe batters.
Confirm the role of Namibia’s all-rounders before deciding captain and vice captain.
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NAM vs ZIM Fantasy Team 3rd T20I FAQs
Who will win NAM vs ZIM?
Namibia are the stronger pick after beating South Africa in their opening match and playing at home.
What is the recent form of Namibia?
Namibia have won their last five listed T20 matches, including their 18-run win over South Africa in the opening match of this tri-series.
What is the recent form of Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe have lost their last five listed T20 matches, including a seven-wicket defeat against South Africa in their opening tri-series match.
What is the head to head record?
Zimbabwe lead Namibia 6-4 in the last 10 listed meetings.
What is the pitch report for Windhoek?
The venue has an average first innings score of 153, with teams bowling first winning 67% of the matches in the available sample. Pace has taken 85 wickets in the last 10 matches compared with 38 for spin.
Who are the best fantasy picks?
Gerhard Erasmus, Sikandar Raza, Brian Bennett, Jan Frylinck and Blessing Muzarabani are among the main fantasy options based on their roles and the venue conditions.
Who should be captain in fantasy?
Gerhard Erasmus and Sikandar Raza are the main captaincy choices because of their all-round roles. The final XI should be checked before locking the captain.
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