Pakistan vs Namibia (PAK vs NAM) could be very entertaining as the final leg of the group stage of the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup 2026 is coming soon. A few years ago, Pakistan and Namibia faced each other during the 2021 T20 World Cup. That day, the men in green walked off the field with broad smiles on their faces. Will Namibia be able to take sweet revenge this time? Additionally, the weather added to the competition in Colombo, Sri Lanka on 18 February.
The following article contains a detailed preview of the Pakistan vs Namibia T20 World Cup match. The article will include their probable playing XI, best probable player, head-to-head record and broadcast details of the game, as well as weather and pitch report at the SSC Cricket Ground in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
PAK vs NAM T20 World Cup Match Preview:
Match Date: Pakistan vs Namibia match will be played on Wednesday, February 18.
Venue: The match will be held at SSC Cricket Ground, Colombo.
Timing: The match is scheduled to start at 3.00 PM IST.
PAK vs NAM Full Squad:
Pakistan Cricket Team: Salman Ali Aga (Captain), Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Khawaja Mohammad Nafe, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Salman Mirza, Naseem Shah, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shadab Khan, Usman Khan and Usman Tariq.
Namibia cricket team: Gerhard Erasmus (captain), Zane Green, Bernard Scholtz, Ruben Trumpelman, JJ Smit, Jan Frylinck, Lauren Steenkamp, Malan Kruger, Nicole Lofty-Eaton, Jack Brassell, Ben Shikongo, Jesse Balt, Dylan Leichter, WP Myburgh, Max Hengo. Reserve: Alexander Voloshenk.
PAK vs NAM Probable XI:
Pakistan Probable Playing XI: Saeem Ayub, Sahabzada Farhan, Salman Ali Aga (captain), Babar Azam, Usman Khan, Shadab Khan, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Salman Mirza, Abrar Ahmed, Usman Tariq.
Namibia Probable Playing XI: Lauren Steenkamp, Jan Frylinck, Jan Nicole Lofty-Eaton, Gerhard Erasmus (c), JJ Smit, Zane Green (wk), Dylan Leichter, Ruben Trumpelman, Willem Myburgh, Bernard Scholtz, Max Hengo.
Key battles of PAK vs NAM T20 World Cup match:
1. Sahabzada Farhan vs Ruben Trumpelman:
The match between Pakistani opener and Namibian fast bowler can be very important to decide the winner of the match. Farhan has been in good form since the beginning of the tournament. If the batsman gets on successfully, Pakistan can secure a good score on the scoreboard. From the Namibian camp, Ruben Trumpelman has been one of their most consistent bowlers. She should try to get rid of Farhan as soon as possible.
2. Salman Ali Aga vs. Bernard Scholtz:
Pakistan captain Salman Ali Aga is struggling with his form. The experienced middle-order batsman will be looking to play a solid individual innings to boost his confidence ahead of his future endeavours. To prevent the batsman from getting a perfect take-off, Bernard Scholtz will have to be at his best.
3. Jan Nicole Lofty-Eaton vs. Usman Tariq:
Jan Nicol Lofty-Eaton is one of the most reliable figures in the Namibian batting lineup. His contribution in the match will be important. As a middle-order batsman, he is more likely to be seen against Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq. If the batsman finds a way to neutralize the spinner, Namibia will have a chance of survival.
PAK vs NAM Key Players:
Key players of Pakistan: Sahabzada Farhan, Salman Ali Aga, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Abrar Ahmed and Usman Tariq.
Namibia’s leading players: Jan Frylink, Jan Nicole Lofty-Eaton, Gerhard Erasmus, Ruben Trumpelman, Willem Myburgh.
PAK vs NAM Live Streaming and Broadcast:
PAK vs NAM broadcast in India: The PAK vs NAM match will be telecast live on Star Sports Network across India.
Online Live Streaming in India: ICC T20 World Cup 2026 matches can be live streamed on Jio HotStar app with an active subscription.
PAK vs NAM T20 World Cup Match Weather and Pitch Report-Sri Lanka:
PAK vs NAM: Weather Report in Colombo:
According to the weather forecast, the match may be canceled due to continuous rain. The latest weather forecast indicates rain and cloudy skies throughout the day. A storm may also occur during the match. However, the situation may change in the coming few hours.
PAK vs NAM Pitch Report at SSC Cricket Ground in Colombo:
Traditionally, the SSC Cricket Ground in Colombo offers a spin-friendly surface. In the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup 2026, this ground also helped the spinners to some extent. But, the situation may be different due to weather. The moist weather may help the fast bowlers of both the teams. Also, the toss is also going to be very important in this match.
PAK vs NAM head-to-head records:
Due to ranking, Pakistan and Namibia rarely got chances to face each other in the past. They had a fight during the 2021 T20 World Cup and Pakistan was the winner. Pakistan won the match against Namibia by 45 runs on November 2, 2021 in Abu Dhabi. The then captain of Pakistan Babar Azam played an inning of 70 runs. Shadab Khan and Shaheen Afridi were the key players in that game.
| match | pak won | NAM won | tie | Drag | no results |
| overall | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| In T20 World Cup | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| in the last 5 matches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
PAK vs NAM T20 World Cup Match- Conclusion:
Without any debate, Pakistan is a strong favorite to win the encounter on February 18. But will bad weather allow the match to take place? Will it be a full 20-over match or a conclusion favored by the DLS method? These questions will remain.
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