Namibia vs Malawi Prediction: Who Will Win NAM vs MAL 12th T20 Match on 30th September 2025?

Namibia vs Malawi prediction for the 12th T20 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Africa Qualifier is highly anticipated. Scheduled for Tuesday, 30th September 2025, at Harare Sports Club, Harare, this encounter will see Namibia, unbeaten so far, face a struggling Malawi side. Cricketwebs provides accurate match prediction tips and insights for every cricket contest. Namibia are clear favorites, given their form and experience, but Malawi will aim to cause an upset if they can exploit any early weaknesses.

Match Details

Namibia Preview

Namibia have enjoyed a perfect start in this Africa Qualifier, winning both matches convincingly. Their batting has been explosive, with Jan Frylinck leading the charts, accumulating 167 runs in two games at an average of 204. He also boasts a century and appears unstoppable in this tournament.

JJ Smit has been a revelation, smashing 111* off just 39 balls against Kenya, while Louren Steenkamp and captain Gerhard Erasmus have contributed vital scores of 25–30 runs each. The top order provides both stability and firepower, giving Namibia a strong platform in every game.

Namibia’s bowling is equally potent. Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton and Bernard Scholtz have shared nine wickets between them, maintaining tight control. Jan de Villiers and Ben Shikongo add depth and variety, ensuring they can challenge any batting lineup. With a balanced attack and in-form batters, Namibia are expected to dominate again.

Namibia Predicted Playing XI:
Malan Kruger, Jan Frylinck, Louren Steenkamp, Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Gerhard Erasmus (c), JJ Smit, Zane Green (wk), Ruben Trumpelmann, Jan de Villiers, Bernard Scholtz, Ben Shikongo

Malawi Preview

Malawi have been inconsistent, with one win and one loss, sitting third in Group A. Sami Sohail Aaftab has been the standout batter, scoring 46 runs in two games at an impressive strike rate of 102.22. Aaftab Limdawala supports him with 44 runs but at a slower strike rate of 81, which could hurt Malawi in a T20 format.

Other contributions have come from Mike Choamba and Suhail Zahid Vayani, each scoring 25+, but Malawi lack a big-hitter capable of turning the game. Their bowling has struggled against strong batting sides. Kelvin Thuchila has been their best with two wickets at 5.85, and Daniel Jakiel and Moazzam Baig have taken four wickets collectively. Overall, the bowling attack may be insufficient to contain Namibia’s firepower.

Malawi Predicted Playing XI:
Aaftab Limdawala, Sami Sohail, Gift Kansonkho, Salim Nihute (wk), Moazzam Baig (c), Mike Choamba, Suhail Zahid Vayani, Daniel Jakiel, Kelvin Thuchila, Bright Balala, Kazim Somani

Fantasy Team XI

Captain Choice: Jan Frylinck – consistent top-order performer.
Vice-Captain Choice: Gerhard Erasmus – in-form and leads the team.
Players to Avoid: Kazim Somani (Malawi – low returns), Bright Balala (Malawi – inconsistent).

Favourite Team in Today’s Match

Namibia are clear favorites against Malawi. Their unbeaten record in this qualifier, combined with experienced campaigners like Gerhard Erasmus, Jan Frylinck, and JJ Smit, gives them an edge. Namibia’s batting depth ensures they can chase or set competitive totals over 200, while their bowling unit has consistently restricted opponents. Malawi, although spirited, lack match-winners capable of handling Namibia’s top-order assault. With superior form, balanced lineup, and tactical experience, Namibia hold a clear advantage heading into this 12th T20 clash.

Namibia T20 History

Namibia have played 80 T20 matches, winning 49, losing 30, and 1 no result. They have developed into one of Africa’s stronger Associate sides with a potent mix of experienced and young players.

Malawi T20 History

Malawi have played 62 T20 games, winning 29 and losing 30, with 3 no results. They are still developing as a competitive team in African cricket, relying on a few key performers for consistent results.

Head-to-Head Stats

Namibia and Malawi have not faced each other in T20 internationals previously. This match will mark their first official T20 encounter, making it a fresh rivalry.

Pitch Report

The Harare Sports Club pitch favors batters with true bounce. High scores are achievable, but early wickets can make scoring difficult. A score of 180–200 is competitive if batting first.

Weather Report

The forecast predicts clear skies with temperatures around 26–28°C. No rain is expected, allowing for uninterrupted play.

Broadcast Details

• Broadcaster: FanCode (live streaming available).

Toss Prediction

Namibia are likely to win the toss and opt to bat first, capitalizing on their strong batting lineup to set a challenging target.

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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