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Cricket fans across Africa are in for a historic spectacle as Namibia and South Africa face each other for the first time in T20I history. The one-off clash is scheduled for Saturday, October 11, at the Wanderers Cricket Ground in Windhoek, marking a major milestone for Namibian cricket.
NAM vs SA, One-off T20I: Match details
The Namibia vs South Africa Only T20I gets underway at 5:30 pm IST (2:00 pm local time, 12:00 GMT). The match will be played at the Wanderers Cricket Ground, renowned for its lively pitch and vibrant fan atmosphere. For Namibia, this is a defining moment – their first-ever home T20I against a Test-playing nation – while for the Proteas, it offers a valuable opportunity to test their bench strength ahead of a packed international calendar.
NAM vs SA: Teams and form guide
Namibia, under the leadership of Gerhard Erasmus, enter the fixture in strong form. They recently impressed in the T20 World Cup Africa Regional Final, defeating Kenya, Nigeria, and Malawi before narrowly losing the title clash to Zimbabwe. The hosts have a well-balanced squad, with experienced all-rounders JJ Smit, Ruben Trumpelmann, and Jan Frylinck alongside exciting batting prospects Malan Kruger and Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton. The team’s blend of experience and youth gives them a real shot at challenging the Proteas.
For South Africa, this match offers a chance to rebuild confidence after a mixed run of results – including a T20I series defeat to Australia and a drawn tour in England. The Proteas will be led by Donovan Ferreira, captaining the national side for the first time. Veteran wicketkeeper-batter Quinton de Kock returns to international cricket after a stint in global T20 leagues, while players like Reeza Hendricks, Gerald Coetzee, Jason Smith and Bjorn Fortuin strengthen the squad. South Africa’s focus will be on regaining rhythm and identifying emerging talents ahead of upcoming global tournaments.
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NAM vs SA: Players to watch out for
For Namibia, skipper Erasmus, all-rounder JJ Smit and pacer Ruben Trumpelmann will be pivotal. Jan Frylinck’s control in the middle overs could also prove crucial. For South Africa, all eyes will be on De Kock’s comeback, while Bjorn Fortuin’s spin variations and Gerald Coetzee’s pace make them potential match-winners.
NAM vs SA: Where to watch – Broadcast and Live Streaming details
Cricket enthusiasts can watch the action unfold live on the SuperSport across South Africa. Fans in India can watch the game on Eurosport and stream it live on the FanCode app and website. For rest of the word, ICC.tv will broadcast the one-off contest between the two neighbouring countries.
