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The Namibia vs Canada prediction for the 5th T20 match is highly anticipated as Namibia looks to continue their dominance in the series. With a 2-0 lead, Namibia has been in stellar form, while Canada struggles to find momentum. The match is scheduled for Sunday, 23rd March 2025, at the Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek. Let’s dive into the details, team previews, and predictions for this exciting clash.
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Match Details
| Match | Namibia vs Canada, 5th T20I |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, 23rd March 2025 |
| Time | 5:30 PM (Local Time) |
| Venue | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek |
| Series | Canada Tour of Namibia, 2025 |
Team Previews
Namibia Preview
Namibia has been in exceptional form, winning the 4th T20I convincingly. Their batting lineup, led by Niko Davin (36 runs in the series) and JP Kotze (33 off 14 balls in the last match), has been explosive. The bowling attack, spearheaded by JJ Smit (7 wickets in the series), has been relentless, dismantling Canada’s batting order. Namibia’s all-round performance makes them the favorites for the 5th T20I.
Canada Preview
Canada has struggled to find consistency in the series. Their batting collapse in the 4th T20I (42/7 in 13 overs) highlighted their vulnerabilities. Yuvraj Samra (40 runs in the series) and Akhil Kumar (3 wickets) have been the only bright spots. Canada needs a collective effort from their batters and bowlers to challenge Namibia in this match.
Team Squads
Namibia Squad
JP Kotze (wk), Gerhard Erasmus (c), Nikolaas Davin, Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, JJ Smit, Malan Kruger, Zane Green, Ruben Trumpelmann, Bernard Scholtz, Jack Brassell, Tangeni Lungameni, Jan de Villiers, Ben Shikongo, Dylan Leicher, Handre Klazinge, Lohandre Louwrens, Jan Frylinck
Canada Squad
Nicholas Kirton (c), Dilon Heyliger (wk), Aaron Johnson, Ajayveer Hundal, Yuvraj Samra, Harsh Thaker, Kanwarpal Tathgur, Ravinderpal Singh, Saad Bin Zafar, Kaleem Sana, Akhil Kumar, Shreyas Movva, Parveen Kumar, Dilpreet Bajwa, Shahid Ahmadzai, Navneet Dhaliwal, Pargat Singh
Probable Playing XI
Namibia
- JP Kotze (wk)
- Nikolaas Davin
- Gerhard Erasmus (c)
- Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton
- JJ Smit
- Malan Kruger
- Zane Green
- Ruben Trumpelmann
- Bernard Scholtz
- Tangeni Lungameni
- Jan Frylinck
Canada
- Aaron Johnson
- Yuvraj Samra
- Nicholas Kirton (c)
- Ravinderpal Singh
- Harsh Thaker
- Dilon Heyliger (wk)
- Saad Bin Zafar
- Akhil Kumar
- Kaleem Sana
- Parveen Kumar
- Shahid Ahmadzai
Fantasy Team XI
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| JP Kotze (wk) | Batsman |
| Nikolaas Davin | Batsman |
| Gerhard Erasmus | All-rounder |
| JJ Smit | All-rounder |
| Yuvraj Samra | Batsman |
| Harsh Thaker | All-rounder |
| Ruben Trumpelmann | Bowler |
| Bernard Scholtz | Bowler |
| Akhil Kumar | Bowler |
| Tangeni Lungameni | Bowler |
| Saad Bin Zafar | Bowler |
The fantasy team is a mix of Namibia’s in-form players like JJ Smit and JP Kotze, along with Canada’s key performers like Yuvraj Samra and Akhil Kumar. Namibia’s bowlers are preferred due to their recent dominance.
Captain and Vice-Captain Picks
- Captain: JJ Smit (All-rounder, Namibia)
- Vice-Captain: Nikolaas Davin (Batsman, Namibia)
Players to Avoid in Fantasy Team
- Aaron Johnson (Canada): Struggling for form in the series.
- Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton (Namibia): Limited impact in recent matches.
Favourite Team in Today’s Match
Namibia is the favorite due to their dominant form, strong batting lineup, and lethal bowling attack. Canada’s inconsistent performances make them the underdogs.
Namibia T20 History
Namibia has played 74 T20Is, winning 45 and losing 28. Their recent performances have been impressive, with a strong focus on all-round contributions.
Canada T20 History
Canada has played 71 T20Is, winning 35 and losing 34. They have shown potential but lack consistency in crucial moments.
Head-to-Head Stats
| Matches Played | Namibia Won | Canada Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Namibia has dominated the head-to-head record, winning 2 out of 4 matches, with 2 games ending in no result.
Pitch Report
The Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek, offers a balanced pitch with assistance for both batsmen and bowlers. Spinners may play a crucial role in the middle overs.
Weather Report
The weather is expected to be clear, with no rain interruptions. Temperatures will range between 18°C to 25°C.
Toss Prediction
Namibia is likely to win the toss and opt to bowl first, considering their strong bowling attack.
Match Prediction
Namibia is expected to win the 5th T20I
Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.
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