A record-breaking run-fest illuminated the Windhoek Cricket Ground as the namibia vs south africa 6th t20i highlights delivered one of the most thrilling finishes of the 2026 international calendar. South Africa posted a mammoth total of 228/4 before holding off a ferocious Namibian run chase that fell agonizingly short at 217/3, securing an 11-run victory for the Proteas on Friday, September 4, 2026.
The result carries seismic tournament implications: while South Africa solidified the top seed, the narrow defeat officially eliminated hosts Namibia from the 2026 T20I Tri-Series, sending Zimbabwe into Sunday’s grand final. Here is your complete match report featuring full scorecards, standout player performances, updated standings, and the upcoming ODI tour schedule.
Match Summary: South Africa vs Namibia (6th T20I)
- Match: 6th Match, Namibia T20I Tri-Series 2026
- Venue: Windhoek Cricket Ground, Windhoek, Namibia
- Toss: Namibia won the toss and elected to field
- South Africa Innings: 228/4 in 20.0 Overs (Run Rate: 11.40)
- Namibia Innings: 217/3 in 20.0 Overs (Run Rate: 10.85)
- Result: South Africa won by 11 runs
- Player of the Match: Lhuan-dre Pretorius (101 off 53 balls)
Complete Match Scorecard: Batting & Bowling Breakdown
South Africa Innings (228/4 in 20 Overs)
Innings Highlight: Pretorius Hits Maiden International T20I Ton
Opening prodigy Lhuan-dre Pretorius lit up Windhoek with a blistering maiden international century, smashing 101 off just 53 deliveries featuring 11 boundaries and 5 towering sixes. His explosive 164-run opening partnership with Connor Esterhuizen (88 off 41) laid the bedrock for South Africa’s commanding total.
| Batter | Dismissal | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lhuan-dre Pretorius | c Erasmus b Trumpelmann | 101 | 53 | 11 | 5 | 190.57 |
| Connor Esterhuizen | b Scholtz | 88 | 41 | 8 | 6 | 214.63 |
| Rivaldo Moonsamy | c Green b Frylinck | 14 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 127.27 |
| Andile Phehlukwayo | not out | 12 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 133.33 |
| Donavon Ferreira | run out | 5 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 83.33 |
| Extras | (b 1, lb 3, w 4) | 8 | – | – | – | – |
| Total | (4 wickets, 20.0 overs) | 228 | – | – | – | 11.40 RPO |
Namibia Bowling Figures
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs Conceded | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruben Trumpelmann | 4.0 | 0 | 44 | 1 | 11.00 |
| Bernard Scholtz | 4.0 | 0 | 38 | 1 | 9.50 |
| Jan Frylinck | 4.0 | 0 | 46 | 1 | 11.50 |
| Tangeni Lungameni | 4.0 | 0 | 51 | 0 | 12.75 |
| Gerhard Erasmus | 4.0 | 0 | 45 | 0 | 11.25 |
Namibia Innings (217/3 in 20 Overs)
Facing a steep required run rate of 11.45 per over, Namibia delivered a heroic response in front of their home fans, driven by a resilient 112-run second-wicket stand.
| Batter | Dismissal | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louren Steenkamp | c & b Subrayen | 61 | 38 | 6 | 3 | 160.53 |
| JP Kotze | c Ferreira b Maphaka | 18 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 150.00 |
| Jan Frylinck | c Moonsamy b Phehlukwayo | 72 | 46 | 7 | 4 | 156.52 |
| Gerhard Erasmus | not out | 38 | 19 | 4 | 2 | 200.00 |
| JJ Smit | not out | 16 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 320.00 |
| Extras | (lb 4, w 8) | 12 | – | – | – | – |
| Total | (3 wickets, 20.0 overs) | 217 | – | – | – | 10.85 RPO |
South Africa Bowling Figures
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs Conceded | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kwena Maphaka | 4.0 | 0 | 42 | 1 | 10.50 |
| Prenelan Subrayen | 4.0 | 0 | 36 | 1 | 9.00 |
| Andile Phehlukwayo | 4.0 | 0 | 44 | 1 | 11.00 |
| Ottneil Baartman | 4.0 | 0 | 48 | 0 | 12.00 |
| Donavon Ferreira | 4.0 | 0 | 43 | 0 | 10.75 |
2026 Namibia T20I Tri-Series Final Points Table
With the group stage concluded, South Africa finishes atop the standings while Zimbabwe edges out Namibia on net run-rate (NRR) to qualify for Sunday’s tournament decider:
| Rank | Team | Played | Won | Lost | Tied | NRR | Points | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Africa | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | +0.684 | 6 | Qualified for Final |
| 2 | Zimbabwe | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | +0.112 | 4 | Qualified for Final |
| 3 | Namibia | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | -0.796 | 2 | Eliminated |
Upcoming Schedule: Tri-Series Final & South Africa Tour of Namibia ODI Series
International cricket at the Windhoek Cricket Ground now transitions into the Tri-Series Final followed by an exciting three-match bilateral One Day International (ODI) series:
| Date | Match Stage / Series | Teams | Venue | Match Timing (Local / IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday, Sept 6, 2026 | Tri-Series Grand Final | South Africa vs. Zimbabwe | Windhoek Cricket Ground | 09:30 Local / 01:00 PM IST |
| Wednesday, Sept 9, 2026 | 1st ODI Bilateral Match | Namibia vs. South Africa | Windhoek Cricket Ground | 09:30 Local / 01:00 PM IST |
| Friday, Sept 11, 2026 | 2nd ODI Bilateral Match | Namibia vs. South Africa | Windhoek Cricket Ground | 09:30 Local / 01:00 PM IST |
| Sunday, Sept 13, 2026 | 3rd ODI Bilateral Match | Namibia vs. South Africa | Windhoek Cricket Ground | 09:30 Local / 01:00 PM IST |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who won the 6th T20I between Namibia and South Africa?
South Africa won the 6th T20I by 11 runs after scoring 228/4 in 20 overs and restricting Namibia to 217/3.
Who scored a century in the Namibia vs South Africa match?
South African opening batsman Lhuan-dre Pretorius scored his maiden international T20I century, hitting 101 runs off 53 balls.
Which teams qualified for the 2026 Namibia T20I Tri-Series Final?
South Africa and Zimbabwe qualified for the final. Namibia was knocked out following their narrow 11-run defeat.
Where can I watch South Africa tour of Namibia 2026 live?
The matches are streamed live digitally on FanCode (India) and broadcast on SuperSport across Southern Africa.