ZIM 159/5 beat NAM 156/6 | NAM Tri-Series 2026 Scorecard
Namibia take on Zimbabwe in NAM Tri-Series 2026 at Namibia Cricket Ground on September 3, 2026, with play starting at 5:30 PM IST. NAM arrive with 0 wins from their last 3, ZIM with 2 from 5. ZIM hold the edge in their recent meetings, 2–0. Innings at this ground have averaged 179 across 5 completed matches. Gerhard Erasmus is the form pick of the two squads with 130 runs and 4 wickets in 3 matches. Below: the full suggested fantasy XI, captain and vice-captain picks, pitch report, head-to-head record and recent form for both sides.
- 📋 Match #5
- 📅 3 September 2026 · 5:30 PM IST
- 📍 Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek
- 🏆 NAM Tri-Series 2026
- ✅ Playing XI confirmed (22 players)
Namibia are still looking for a win in their last 3 T20I outings — a response is due.
Zimbabwe have been inconsistent lately (2W in their last 5) — which version turns up is the question.
130 runs and 4 wickets in 3 matches for NAM in NAM Tri-Series 2026 at 115 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
43 runs and 8 wickets in 4 matches for ZIM in NAM Tri-Series 2026 at 84.5 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.
- Gerhard Erasmus(NAM)
Gerhard Erasmus brings 130 runs and 4 wickets in 3 matches to this fixture for NAM, averaging 115 fantasy points a game and with a best of 150.
- Jan Frylinck(NAM)
Jan Frylinck has 102 runs in 3 matches for NAM in NAM Tri-Series 2026, averaging 65.7 fantasy points a game and with a best of 133.
- Ruben Trumpelmann(NAM)
31 runs and 3 wickets in 3 matches in NAM Tri-Series 2026 makes Ruben Trumpelmann one of NAM's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 52.7 fantasy points a game and with a best of 71.
- Alexander Busing-Volschenk(NAM)
Alexander Busing-Volschenk brings 85 runs in 3 matches to this fixture for NAM, averaging 50.7 fantasy points a game and with a best of 102.
- Brad Evans(ZIM)
Brad Evans has 43 runs and 8 wickets in 4 matches for ZIM in NAM Tri-Series 2026, averaging 84.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 158.
- Brian Bennett(ZIM)
101 runs and 2 wickets in 4 matches in NAM Tri-Series 2026 makes Brian Bennett one of ZIM's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 55.8 fantasy points a game and with a best of 123.
Form guide
Most recent first, all competitions we track.
At Namibia Cricket Ground
Key players in the squads
- Gerhard Erasmus · Batter
- Max Heingo · Bowler
- Bernard Scholtz · Bowler
- Jan Frylinck · All-rounder
- Zane Green · Wicketkeeper
- JJ Smit · All-rounder
- Blessing Muzarabani · Bowler
- Ryan Burl · Bowler
- Wessly Madhevere · Batter
- Tadiwanashe Marumani · Batter
- Sikandar Raza · All-rounder
- Brian Bennett · Batter
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won NAM vs ZIM?
ZIM posted 159/5 (18.1/20 ov, target 157) and then bowled out NAM to win. ZIM won by 5 wickets. Gerhard Erasmus was the standout batter, scoring 88 off 48 balls. Brad Evans led the bowling attack with 2/29. Innocent Kaia was named Player of the Match.
Who was Player of the Match in NAM vs ZIM?
Innocent Kaia was named Player of the Match. Top batter: Gerhard Erasmus — 88(48). Top bowler: Brad Evans — 2/29.
What is the pitch report for Namibia Cricket Ground?
Namibia Cricket Ground has averaged 179 runs an innings in NAM Tri-Series 2026, from 5 completed matches. Totals have ranged from 142 to 228, so par is worth judging on the day rather than from the fixture list. Chases have gone 3–2 here, so the toss has not been decisive. NAM have played 3 matches here in NAM Tri-Series 2026, averaging 188 and winning 0 of 3 with a best of 217. ZIM have played 4 matches here in NAM Tri-Series 2026, averaging 160 and winning 2 of 4 with a best of 195.
Who should be captain for NAM vs ZIM in fantasy cricket?
Gerhard Erasmus is a strong captain pick, with Brad Evans as vice-captain. 130 runs and 4 wickets in 3 matches for NAM in NAM Tri-Series 2026 at 115 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
What is the head-to-head record between Namibia and Zimbabwe?
In 1 completed meeting tracked on CricketDream, Namibia have won 0 and Zimbabwe 1. Zimbabwe lead.
What is the average first-innings score at Namibia Cricket Ground?
Across 6 completed matches at Namibia Cricket Ground in our records, teams batting first averaged 186. Sides batting first won 4 and chasing sides won 2.
Who will win NAM vs ZIM?
Zimbabwe have the better recent record in this fixture (2–0), but Namibia will fancy their chances of turning it around.
How do I play fantasy cricket for NAM vs ZIM on CricketDream?
Build a free Fantasy XI for Namibia vs Zimbabwe, join a snake Draft with friends, or play the Predictor — all on CricketDream. Pick your 11 players before the toss and compete on the live leaderboard.