NAM vs RSA 2025 Only T20I – Match Result

Updated：Namibia beat South Africa by 4 wickets..

In a cricket match packed with history, drama, and a bit of birthday magic, Namibia stunned South Africa with a thrilling four-wicket win in Windhoek! Playing their first-ever international against their southern neighbors and christening the brand-new Namibia Cricket Ground, the hosts didn’t just show up; they showed out. Despite a bumpy chase, birthday boy Zane Green smashed an unbeaten 30 off 23 balls, including the winning runs, to seal the deal in front of a roaring 4,000-strong crowd. Trumpelmann was on fire with the ball, grabbing 3 for 28 and even diving into the action with the bat at the end.

HISTORY IN WINDHOEK 😳

Namibia beat South Africa in their first-ever meeting. A dream start at their new home ground💥#NAMvSA pic.twitter.com/RW8daWpeu8

— FanCode (@FanCode) October 11, 2025

South Africa, fielding a second-string side while their stars are off in Pakistan, never quite found their rhythm. De Kock’s much-hyped return was over in three balls, and despite Jason Smith’s 31, they limped to 134 for 8. Namibia’s fielders were like Velcro, holding on to nearly everything (with just a couple of heart-stopping drops late on). Even an injury to Gerald Coetzee couldn’t stop the Namibian charge. As the sun set, Green’s cool head and a final-ball boundary made sure the party in Windhoek went long into the night.

Namibia pulled off a last-ball miracle to upset South Africa in the one-off T20I 👏#NAMvSA 📝: https://t.co/qgtXMcUIve pic.twitter.com/OJjyzX5h0r

— ICC (@ICC) October 11, 2025

NAM vs RSA 2025 Only T20I – Match Details

NAM vs RSA 2025 Only T20I – Predicted XI

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NAM vs RSA 2025 Only T20I – A Match Up for Experiment?

South Africa, ranked fifth in the world, recently tied a T20I series 1-1 with England and now arrive in Windhoek to face Namibia at Wanderers Cricket Ground. Namibia, meanwhile, come off a 2-1 defeat to Zimbabwe, further highlighting the gulf between the two sides. On paper, this contest looks one-sided, but it offers intrigue, with South Africa’s chance to test new anchors and Namibia’s opportunity to measure their rising talent against a top-five giant. Significantly, the very first T20I meeting between these two nations will be staged at Namibia’s most historical venue, the cherished Wanderers Cricket Ground.

NAM vs RSA – Great Chance to Gain Experience

Namibia showed some resilience in their last game victory against Zimbabwe, bouncing back after losing the first two games. That victory at Queens Sports Club proved their ability to adjust and fight. Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton has averaged 28.6 in the middle order, while Jan Frylinck’s explosive 77 in the deciding match underlined Namibia’s potential. Still, facing South Africa’s quality brings a different challenge. Gerald Coetzee’s raw pace, honed from stints in the IPL once before, and Quinton de Kock’s decade of top-level batting experience at over 30 runs per innings represent the kind of benchmark Namibia must learn from.

NAM vs RSA – Coming For a Bigger Shot

South Africa treat this fixture as preparation before their Pakistan all 3 formats assignments. With nearly a month since their last T20I series, rotation is key. Big names who played against England are rested, allowing fringe players and future leaders to get a chance. Quinton de Kock returns from a short T20I break, bringing his stability as wicketkeeper-batter. Donovan Ferreira, handed the captaincy, has already impressed with maturity and calm leadership, guiding a younger group in a game that doubles as both rehearsal and experiment for the Proteas. The credit from their Test coach approved his leadership and give the experiment a shot.

NAM vs RSA – Conclusion

South Africa’s strength lies in depth, not just in their first-choice XI, and that depth makes them overwhelming favorites here. Namibia may offer spirited resistance, especially after showing progress against Zimbabwe, but facing a side ranked inside the world’s top five is another level entirely. With Donovan Ferreira steering a fresh-looking South African team and senior pros like de Kock and Coetzee adding muscle, the Proteas are strongly placed to finish this one-off contest with authority before turning to bigger assignments ahead, more like a warm up for South Africa to step into a much tougher game with Pakistan. Following for more intense match ups with us.

NAM vs RSA 2025 Only T20I – Venue History&Analysis: Wanderers Cricket Ground

Stadium Capacity: Around 10,000 spectators

Stadium Address: Jan Jonker Road, Pioneers Park, Windhoek, Namibia

About the Stadium: 

The Wanderers Cricket Ground in Windhoek is regarded as the beating heart of Namibian cricket. Built in the early 1990s, it quickly became the stage for domestic tournaments and ICC Associate events, giving Namibian players their first taste of international exposure. Over the years, the ground has welcomed touring sides from around the world and played host to qualification matches that shaped Namibia’s path toward bigger cricket stages. For many local fans, this venue represents the origins of Namibia’s cricketing journey and the steady growth of the sport across the country.

Despite its modest capacity of around 10,000, the ground carries an atmosphere that is uniquely intimate, allowing passionate supporters to feel close to the action. The surface is known for balance, offering early assistance to seam bowlers before spinners gradually come into play later in the innings. As Namibia now looks forward to inaugurating a brand new national stadium in 2025, the Wanderers remains a symbol of tradition and continuity, the place where the Eagles proudly built their foundation before stepping confidently onto larger global platforms.

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