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Trumpelmann Comes up Trumps in Namibia Cricket Boilover
Ruben Trumpelmann and JJ Smit took three wickets each as Namibia defended 163 for 9 and moved to a 2-0 head-to-head edge.
- On Friday, Namibia stunned South Africa by 18 runs in the opening match of the Tri-nation T20I series at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek, extending their head-to-head advantage to 2-0.
- After South African captain Bjorn Fortuin won the toss and elected to field, Namibian openers Louren Steenkamp and Jan Frylinck amassed 84 runs in 9.4 overs, helping the hosts reach 163 for 9.
- Chasing 164, the Proteas managed only 145 for 9 despite 75 runs from Dewald Brevis, as bowlers Ruben Trumpelmann and JJ Smit each took three wickets to dismantle the lineup.
- Ikraam Mohomed questioned on Facebook why viewers must stream the game on FanCode or DStv's dedicated channel despite paying for premium packages, as fans expressed frustration over limited broadcast options.
- South Africa faces Zimbabwe in its next match on Saturday, as the Tri-nation series continues toward the final on September 6, serving as the foundation for the 2027 Africa Cup.
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Namibia stun South Africa in T20I tri-series opener, secure 18-run win in Windhoek - The Tribune
Namibia produced a spirited all-round performance to defeat South Africa by 18 runs in the opening match of the T20I tri-series at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek on Friday.
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LatestlyNamibia stun South Africa in T20I tri-series opener, secure 18-run win in Windhoek
Namibia produced a spirited all-round performance to defeat South Africa by 18 runs in the opening match of the T20I tri-series at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek on Friday.
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