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The first ODI match at Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek, on 9th September at 1:00 PM IST will feature Namibia facing South Africa.
Get the best NAM vs SA Dream11 prediction, My11Circle Prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 1st ODI match of the South Africa Tour of Namibia 2026. Expert analysis and more.
Hot Picks for NAM vs SA Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips for My11Circle Team:
Captaincy Picks:
Connor Esterhuizen – Connor Esterhuizen is yet to establish an ODI record at the international level. His career has so far been centred on other formats. |
Dewald Brevis – South Africa’s young batter has scored 230 runs in 9 ODI matches, with a highest score of 54. While he has also bowled occasionally. |
Top Picks:
JJ Smit – JJ Smit has been a valuable all-round performer for Namibia throughout his ODI career, contributing with both the bat and his left-arm medium-fast bowling. His international ODI record continues to reflect his versatility and importance to the side. |
Gerhard Erasmus – Namibia captain Gerhard Erasmus has built an impressive ODI career, accumulating 2,308 runs and 57 wickets in 71 matches. His record highlights his importance as one of Namibia’s most accomplished all-rounders. |
Budget Picks:
Prenelan Subrayen – The South African off-spinner has featured in 2 ODIs, scoring 18 runs and taking 1 wicket. Although his ODI opportunities have been limited so far, he has already contributed in both departments. |
Zane Green – Namibia wicketkeeper-batter Zane Green has gained useful experience in ODI cricket and remains an important member of the national side. His primary role behind the stumps and ability to contribute with the bat continue to add balance to Namibia’s lineup. |
NAM vs SA South Africa Tour of Namibia 2026 Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
Captain | Dewlad Brevis & Connor Esterhuizen |
Vice-Captain | Gerhard Erasmus & JJ Smit |
NAM vs SA Dream11 Prediction Team 1 (My11Circle Team 1):
- Keeper – Connor Esterhuizen
- Batters – Jan Frylinck, Dewald Brevis ©, Jason Smith
- All-rounders – Gerhard Erasmus (VC), JJ Smit, Eathan Bosch
- Bowlers – Bernard Scholtz, Bjorn Fortuin, Duan Jansen
NAM vs SA Dream11 Prediction Team 2 (My11Circle Team 2):
- Keeper – Connor Esterhuizen ©, Zane Green
- Batters – Jan Frylinck, Dewald Brevis
- All Rounders – Gerhard Erasmus, JJ Smit (VC), Eathan Bosch, Prenelan Subrayen
- Bowlers – Bernard Scholtz, Bjorn Fortuin, Duan Jansen
NAM vs SA Dream11 Prediction Today 1st ODI South Africa Tour of Namibia 2026 Players to Avoid:
Players | Dream11 Credits | Dream11 Points (Last match) |
Max Heingo | NA | NA |
Lutho Sipamla | NA | NA |
NAM vs SA Dream11 Prediction Today 1st ODI South Africa Tour of Namibia 2026 Expert Advice:
SL Captaincy Choice | Dewald Brevis |
GL Captaincy Choice | Connor Esterhuizen |
Punt Picks | Prenelan Subrayen and Zane Green |
Dream11 Combination | 2-1-4-4 |
NAM vs SA Match Preview:
Namibia will take on South Africa in the first ODI of the South Africa tour of Namibia 2026 at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek on September 9. The historic contest will begin at 1:00 PM IST and marks the first-ever men’s ODI meeting between the two neighbouring nations. Gerhard Erasmus will lead Namibia, while Bjorn Fortuin continues to captain a young South African side for the white-ball tour.
Both teams enter the ODI series after featuring in the recently concluded Namibia T20I Tri-Series. South Africa lifted the title with a 48-run victory over Zimbabwe in the final, posting 205/5 before bowling their opponents out for 157 in 18 overs. Jordan Hermann led the batting effort with 53 off 29 balls, while Dewald Brevis, Connor Esterhuizen and Duan Jansen also made valuable contributions. Namibia, meanwhile, last faced South Africa in the sixth league match and came close to completing a record chase of 229 before falling 11 runs short on 217. Lhuan-dre Pretorius had earlier struck 101 off 53 balls, while Connor Esterhuizen hammered 88 off 40 for South Africa.
South Africa will carry greater momentum into the opening ODI after winning the T20I tri-series. However, Namibia have already proved that they can challenge their more experienced neighbours in home conditions. The hosts will rely on experienced players such as Erasmus, Jan Frylinck, JJ Smit, Ruben Trumpelmann and Bernard Scholtz, while South Africa’s young squad features exciting talents including Brevis, Pretorius, Jordan Hermann and Kwena Maphaka. With both teams preparing for their first-ever ODI meeting, the match presents a significant opportunity to create history in Windhoek.
NAM vs SA Head-to-Head Record:
Teams | Matches Won |
Namibia | 0 |
South Africa | 0 |
NAM vs SA Weather & Pitch Report:
Temperature | 23°C |
Weather Forecast | Sunny and Dry |
Pitch Behaviour | Batting-friendly |
Best Suited To | Pace |
Average 1st innings score | 198 |
Record of chasing teams:
Records | Good |
Winning % | 90% |
NAM vs SA Playing 11s (Predicted):
Namibia Playing 11:
1) Michael van Lingen
2) Louren Steenkamp
3) Jan Frylinck
4) Gerhard Erasmus ©
5) Zane Green (wk)
6) JJ Smit
7) Jan Nicol Loftie‑Eaton
8) Ruben Trumpelmann
9) Jan Balt
10) Bernard Scholtz
11) Jack Brassell
South Africa Playing 11:
1) Lhuan‑dre Pretorius
2) Tony de Zorzi
3) Connor Esterhuizen (wk)
4) Dewald Brevis
5) Jordan Hermann
6) Corbin Bosch
7) Duan Jansen
8) Bjorn Fortuin ©
9) Eathan Bosch
10) Kwena Maphaka
11) Nqabayomzi Peter
NAM vs SA Match Winner Prediction:
Considering the team combination, South Africa is expected to win this match.
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