Published on: Oct 10, 2025 5:30 pm IST | Updated on: Oct 10, 2025 11:57 am IST
History will be in the making when South Africa tours Namibia for the first time in their cricket history. The Proteas will head to their neighboring country for a one-off T20I slated to take place at the Wanderers Cricket Ground in Windhoek. It’s a historic occasion for both countries, especially for Namibia, which is hosting a Test-playing nation for the first time in a one-off T20I. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the only T20I NAM vs SA at the Wanderers Cricket Ground, Windhoek.
South Africa is sending their second-fiddle side for this one-off game, as the main team is slated to square off against Pakistan in a 2-match Test series starting from October 12 at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Namibia will fancy their chances of upsetting this South African lineup at home. However, for now, the win probability meter is still in favor of the Proteas. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the only T20I NAM vs SA at the Wanderers Cricket Ground, Windhoek.
NAM: 18% win chance SAF: 82% win chance
The experienced wicket-keeper batter will be in the spotlight. Returning to the International side after a span of 2 years, a lot will be expected of him.
The experienced Namibian batter has scored 313 runs from his last 8 T20I innings. Expect him to be among runs again.
The newly appointed South African skipper loves going hard at the ball. He is a natural striker of the ball and will be looking to do the same.
The Namibian skipper has scored 246 runs in his last 10 T20I knocks at an average of 35.14. He will be a key figure in Namibia's batting order.
Check out our prediction for the NAM vs SA only T20I at Wanderers Cricket Ground in Windhoek.
Despite fielding a second-string squad, South Africa should start as firm favorites against Namibia in the one-off T20I on October 11 at the Wanderers Cricket Ground in Windhoek. The Proteas boast a mix of emerging talent and seasoned performers, headlined by the return of Quinton de Kock, who is set to play his first international match in over two years after reversing his ODI retirement. His comeback adds immense value to the squad, both in terms of experience and firepower at the top.
Captain Donovan Ferreira leads a dynamic unit featuring Gerald Coetzee, Reeza Hendricks, Bjorn Fortuin, and Lizaad Williams, players with proven credentials in domestic and franchise cricket. The bowling attack, with Nandre Burger and Jason Smith, offers variety and control, while newcomers like Rubin Hermann and Lhuan-dre Pretorius bring fresh energy.
Namibia, playing at home, will look to challenge South Africa’s depth, but the visitors’ overall quality and exposure to high-pressure cricket give them a clear edge. With de Kock’s return and a well-rounded squad, South Africa will be keen to assert dominance and reinforce their bench strength in the shortest format.
Namibia will be eager to make the most of home advantage when they face South Africa in the one-off T20I at the Wanderers Cricket Ground in Windhoek on October 11. While the Proteas arrive with a second-string squad, Namibia will see this as a golden opportunity to challenge a top-tier side on familiar turf. The conditions in Windhoek, with a slightly slower pitch and dry air, could favor Namibia’s bowlers, especially their spinners and medium pacers.
Captain Gerhard Erasmus and seasoned campaigners like JJ Smit and Jan Frylinck will be key to anchoring the innings and applying pressure with the ball. Namibia’s recent performances in associate cricket have shown promise, and a win against South Africa would be a massive boost to their confidence and global standing. Expect Namibia to play fearless cricket, backed by local support. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 0 SA won: 0 NAM won: 0 No Result: 0 RECENT form NAMIBIA: W W W W L RECENT form AFGHANISTAN: W L W L NR
As of now, South Africa and Namibia have not played any official T20 International (T20I) matches against each other. Their upcoming one-off T20I on October 11, 2025, at the Wanderers Cricket Ground in Windhoek will mark their first-ever T20I meeting.
How will the two teams, i.e., Namibia and South Africa, fare in the Only T20I match? Let’s take a look.
Gerhard Erasmus, Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Zane Green, JJ Smit, Jan Frylinck, Ruben Trumpelmann, Bernard Scholtz, Ben Shikongo, Malan Kruger, Jan Balt, Jack Brassell
Quinton de Kock (WK), Reeza Hendricks, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Donovan Ferreira (C), Jason Smith, Rubin Hermann, Gerald Coetzee, Bjorn Fortuin, Nandre Burger, Lizaad Williams, Rivaldo Moonsamy/Nqabayomzi Peter
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the only T20I match of Namibia vs South Africa at the Wanderers Cricket Ground, Windhoek:
Toss Prediction
With dry conditions and a true surface at Windhoek, the captain winning the toss is likely to bowl first. Early movement for pacers and predictable evening bounce favor chasing. Namibia may prefer setting a target, while South Africa’s depth suits a chase. Expect a tactical toss with bowling bias.
The online live streaming of the only T20I match between Namibia and South Africa will take place live on the FanCode app. The live TV coverage for this series isn’t available in India.
Despite not playing their full-fledged side, the South Africans will start as the favorites in this game to take the hosts, Namibia. This is the first-ever meeting between the two sides in any format, making this game a special one. South Africa should start as the favorites. Therefore, as per our prediction, Bangladesh is expected to win the NAM vs SA only T20I match.