SA 146/3 beat ZIM 144/8 | NAM Tri-Series 2026 Scorecard
South Africa take on Zimbabwe in NAM Tri-Series 2026 at Namibia Cricket Ground on August 29, 2026, with play starting at 5:30 PM IST. SA arrive with 3 wins from their last 3, ZIM with 2 from 5. SA hold the edge in their recent meetings, 2–0. Innings at this ground have averaged 179 across 5 completed matches. Lhuan-Dre Pretorius is the form pick of the two squads with 217 runs 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 #2
- 📅 29 August 2026 · 5:30 PM IST
- 📍 Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek
- 🏆 NAM Tri-Series 2026
- ✅ Playing XI confirmed (22 players)
South Africa are in strong recent T20I form (3W in their last 3) — confidence will be high.
Zimbabwe have been inconsistent lately (2W in their last 5) — which version turns up is the question.
217 runs in 3 matches for SA in NAM Tri-Series 2026 at 135 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.
- Lhuan-Dre Pretorius(SA)
Lhuan-Dre Pretorius has 217 runs in 3 matches for SA in NAM Tri-Series 2026, averaging 135 fantasy points a game and with a best of 182.
- Duan Jansen(SA)
3 runs and 6 wickets in 2 matches in NAM Tri-Series 2026 makes Duan Jansen one of SA's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 123 fantasy points a game and with a best of 142.
- Dewald Brevis(SA)
Dewald Brevis brings 119 runs in 3 matches to this fixture for SA, averaging 78.3 fantasy points a game and with a best of 152.
- Bjorn Fortuin(SA)
Bjorn Fortuin has 2 runs and 5 wickets in 3 matches for SA in NAM Tri-Series 2026, averaging 71.3 fantasy points a game and with a best of 171.
- Brad Evans(ZIM)
43 runs and 8 wickets in 4 matches in NAM Tri-Series 2026 makes Brad Evans one of ZIM's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 84.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 158.
- Brian Bennett(ZIM)
Brian Bennett brings 101 runs and 2 wickets in 4 matches to this fixture for ZIM, 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
- Dewald Brevis · Batter
- Duan Jansen · Bowler
- Lhuan-Dre Pretorius · All-rounder
- Kwena Maphaka · Bowler
- Prenelan Subrayen · All-rounder
- Tony de Zorzi · Batter
- Blessing Muzarabani · Bowler
- Ryan Burl · Bowler
- Wessly Madhevere · Batter
- Tadiwanashe Marumani · Batter
- Sikandar Raza · All-rounder
- Brian Bennett · Batter
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won SA vs ZIM?
SA posted 146/3 (13.4/20 ov, target 145) and then bowled out ZIM to win. SA won by 7 wickets. Dewald Brevis was the standout batter, scoring 75 off 32 balls. Duan Jansen led the bowling attack with 3/45. Dewald Brevis was named Player of the Match.
Who was Player of the Match in SA vs ZIM?
Dewald Brevis was named Player of the Match. Top batter: Dewald Brevis — 75(32). Top bowler: Duan Jansen — 3/45.
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. SA have played 3 matches here in NAM Tri-Series 2026, averaging 186 and winning 3 of 3 with a best of 228. 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 SA vs ZIM in fantasy cricket?
Lhuan-Dre Pretorius is a strong captain pick, with Brad Evans as vice-captain. 217 runs in 3 matches for SA in NAM Tri-Series 2026 at 135 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
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 SA vs ZIM?
South Africa hold the head-to-head edge (2–0) and start as slight favourites, though Zimbabwe have the firepower to upset them.
How do I play fantasy cricket for SA vs ZIM on CricketDream?
Build a free Fantasy XI for South Africa 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.