The South Africa Tour of Namibia 2026 brings three ODIs to the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek between September 9 and 13. South Africa head into the series with confidence after winning two of their three tri-series matches just days earlier.
Namibia will now meet the Proteas again, this time across a three-match ODI series. Home conditions could give the hosts an opportunity to make the contest interesting.
This guide brings together the complete schedule, squads, venue details and live viewing information you need before following the series.
South Africa Tour of Namibia 2026 Schedule
The Namibia vs South Africa 2026 ODI series features three matches on September 9, 11, and 13. Each fixture will take place at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek.
Here is the schedule of the series:
| Day and Date | Format | Teams | Time [IST/GMT/Local] | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, September 9, 2026 | 1st ODI | Namibia vs South Africa | 1:00 PM / 7:30 AM (GMT) / 9:30 AM (Local) | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek | TBD |
| Friday, September 11, 2026 | 2nd ODI | Namibia vs South Africa | 1:00 PM / 7:30 AM (GMT) / 9:30 AM (Local) | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek | TBD |
| Sunday, September 13, 2026 | 3rd ODI | Namibia vs South Africa | 1:00 PM / 7:30 AM (GMT) / 9:30 AM (Local) | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek | TBD |
South Africa Tour of Namibia 2026 Squads
South Africa has announced their squad for the three-match ODI series against Namibia. Namibia, however, is yet to announce its squad for the series. The South African squad features a mix of established names and emerging players.
Here are the announced squads for the Namibia vs South Africa 2026 ODI series.
South Africa Squad
Dewald Brevis, Tony de Zorzi, Jordan Hermann, Jason Smith, Corbin Bosch, Prenelan Subrayen, Connor Esterhuizen, Rubin Hermann, Matthew Breetzke, Bjorn Fortuin (Captain), Eathan Bosch, Duan Jansen, Kwena Maphaka, Nqobani Mokoena, Lutho Sipamla, Nqabayomzi Peter
Namibia Squad
Namibia’s squad will be added once Cricket Namibia announces the official selection.
South Africa Tour of Namibia 2026 Venue Details
The South Africa Tour of Namibia 2026 ODI series will take place at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek, with all three matches at the venue. The ground sits in southern Windhoek and serves as Namibia’s dedicated international cricket venue.
The venue can welcome around 7,000 spectators and offers a High Performance Centre, indoor training facilities and a gym. It also features a restaurant and hospitality wing.
The ground hosted eight group matches during the 2026 ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup. It is also one of the key venues for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027.
The surface can test batters when conditions get difficult, while bowlers can benefit when the pitch offers movement. Players therefore need to adjust their approach as the match develops.
Key Players to Watch In The South Africa Tour of Namibia 2026
The Namibia vs South Africa ODI series brings together several players capable of changing the game with the bat or ball.
Here are five key players who could have a major impact when the two teams meet in Windhoek.
| Player | Team | Reason to Watch |
|---|---|---|
| Dewald Brevis | South Africa | Brevis has already shown his threat against Namibia. He scored 75 off 50 balls in the recent tri-series opener. |
| Bjorn Fortuin | South Africa | Fortuin will captain South Africa and provide a key left-arm spin option. His control could prove valuable on the Windhoek surface. |
| Kwena Maphaka | South Africa | Maphaka adds left-arm pace to the South African attack. His ability to strike with the new ball makes him one to watch. |
| Gerhard Erasmus | Namibia* | Erasmus remains Namibia’s leading all-round option. He can influence the game with both his batting and bowling. |
| Jan Frylinck | Namibia* | Frylinck recently struck 60 off 38 balls against South Africa. His batting and left-arm seam bowling give Namibia another valuable all-round option. |
Note: Namibia has not yet announced its ODI squad, so the players mentioned above remain subject to selection.
Recent Namibia vs South Africa T20I Highlights
Namibia and South Africa faced each other twice in the recent T20I Tri-Series in Windhoek. Both teams claimed one victory, setting up an evenly matched contest ahead of their ODI series.
Namibia struck first on August 28, beating South Africa by 18 runs after posting 163/9. JJ Smit earned Player of the Match for taking 3 wickets for 31 runs (3/31) in his 4 overs.
South Africa then responded on September 4, winning by 11 runs after scoring 228/4. Lhuan-dre Pretorius smashed 101 off 53 balls, while Connor Esterhuizen added 88 off 40.
Namibia’s Jan Frylinck and Louren Steenkamp scored 72 and 61, respectively, but their efforts could not help the team win the match.
How to Watch the South Africa Tour of Namibia 2026 Live in India
Fans in India can watch the South Africa Tour of Namibia 2026 live on FanCode, which holds the digital streaming rights for the series. There will be no live TV telecast in India.
Here are the broadcast and live streaming options for viewers in other countries:
| Country/Region | Live Streaming / TV Broadcast |
|---|---|
| South Africa & Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport |
| Namibia | One Africa TV |
| Rest of the World | Regional cricket streaming platforms or ICC.tv, where local rights remain unassigned |
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Conclusion
The South Africa Tour of Namibia 2026 brings three ODIs between two African sides in Windhoek. South Africa enter the series with strong recent form after their T20I Tri-Series campaign.
Namibia will now look to challenge the Proteas across the three-match ODI series. The home conditions could make the contest more competitive as both teams test their 50-over combinations.
The series promises another exciting chapter in Namibia’s international cricket calendar. Don’t miss watching the matches; support your favourite team and cheer for the players throughout the series.
