South Africa vs Zimbabwe Live Score & Scorecard — NAM Tri-Series 2026
South Africa take on Zimbabwe in NAM Tri-Series 2026 at Namibia Cricket Ground on September 6, 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 #7
- 📅 6 September 2026 · 5:30 PM IST
- 📍 Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek
- 🏆 NAM Tri-Series 2026
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.
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)
217 runs in 3 matches in NAM Tri-Series 2026 makes Lhuan-Dre Pretorius one of SA's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 135 fantasy points a game and with a best of 182.
- Duan Jansen(SA)
Duan Jansen brings 3 runs and 6 wickets in 2 matches to this fixture for SA, averaging 123 fantasy points a game and with a best of 142.
- Dewald Brevis(SA)
Dewald Brevis has 119 runs in 3 matches for SA in NAM Tri-Series 2026, averaging 78.3 fantasy points a game and with a best of 152.
- Bjorn Fortuin(SA)
2 runs and 5 wickets in 3 matches in NAM Tri-Series 2026 makes Bjorn Fortuin one of SA's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 71.3 fantasy points a game and with a best of 171.
- Brad Evans(ZIM)
Brad Evans brings 43 runs and 8 wickets in 4 matches to this fixture for ZIM, averaging 84.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 158.
- Brian Bennett(ZIM)
Brian Bennett has 101 runs and 2 wickets in 4 matches for ZIM in NAM Tri-Series 2026, averaging 55.8 fantasy points a game and with a best of 123.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is SA vs ZIM?
South Africa vs Zimbabwe is scheduled for 6 September 2026 at 5:30 PM IST at Namibia Cricket Ground in NAM Tri-Series 2026.
Where can I follow SA vs ZIM live score?
Follow ball-by-ball live score, confirmed playing XI and the full scorecard on this page. Fantasy points and the match leaderboard update automatically once play starts.
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.
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?
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