ZIM vs NAM 3rd Match Preview – Having already secured the series with dominant victories in the first two matches, a confident Zimbabwean side will be aiming for a clean sweep when they face Namibia in the third and final T20 International. The match is scheduled to take place at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo on Thursday, September 18, 2025. For Namibia, the final encounter is an opportunity to salvage some pride and end the tour on a positive note.
The hosts have been clinical in all departments, clinching the first T20I by 33 runs and the second by a comfortable 5-wicket margin. Zimbabwe’s batting has been particularly impressive, with young talents like Brian Bennett and Tadiwanashe Marumani stepping up with significant contributions. While the series trophy is already in the bag for the Chevrons, they will be motivated to complete a 3-0 whitewash. Namibia, on the other hand, will be desperate to put up a fight and avoid a series defeat without a single win.
ZIM vs NAM Match Details
ZIM vs NAM Pitch Report: Queens Sports Club
The wicket at the Queens Sports Club has been a good one for batting throughout this series. In the first match, Zimbabwe posted a formidable total of over 200, indicating a surface with true bounce and carry where batsmen can trust their shots. The pitch has also offered some assistance to the fast bowlers, especially with the new ball. As the game progresses, spinners might come into play, but overall, it is expected to be another high-scoring affair. The captain winning the toss will likely choose to bat first and put a big score on the board.
ZIM vs NAM Weather Report
The weather in Bulawayo is expected to be perfect for a game of cricket. The forecast for Thursday is sunny and clear, with no chance of rain. The temperature is predicted to be around 33°C during the day, cooling down as the evening progresses. Humidity will be low, and a gentle breeze is expected, making for pleasant playing conditions.
ZIM vs NAM Head-to-Head
While Zimbabwe has dominated this series, the overall head-to-head record in T20Is between these two nations is more competitive. This will be the 12th T20I encounter between Zimbabwe and Namibia. In the previous 11 matches, Namibia has a slight edge with 7 wins, while Zimbabwe has won 4. However, Zimbabwe’s recent form and home advantage have clearly tilted the odds in their favor in this series.
ZIM vs NAM Squads
Zimbabwe: Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Brendan Taylor (wk), Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Wellington Masakadza, Brad Evans, Richard Ngarava, Tinotenda Maposa, Dion Myers, Blessing Muzarabani, Trevor Gwandu, Sean Williams.
Namibia: Malan Kruger, Jan Frylinck, Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Gerhard Erasmus (c), JJ Smit, Alexander Volschenk, Zane Green (wk), Ruben Trumpelmann, Jan de Villiers, Bernard Scholtz, Jack Brassell, Dylan Leicher, Jan Balt, Louren Steenkamp, Ben Shikongo.
ZIM vs NAM Match Prediction
Given their current form and the home ground advantage, Zimbabwe is the clear favorite to win the third T20I and complete a 3-0 series whitewash. Their batting lineup is in scintillating form, and their bowlers have been effective in containing the Namibian batsmen. Key players for Zimbabwe will once again be the in-form opening pair of Brian Bennett and Tadiwanashe Marumani, along with the experienced Sikandar Raza.
Namibia will need a significantly improved performance in all three departments to challenge the hosts. Their batsmen have shown glimpses of promise but have failed to convert their starts into substantial scores. The bowlers have struggled to contain the Zimbabwean onslaught. Captain Gerhard Erasmus and the experienced JJ Smit will have to lead from the front if Namibia is to have any chance of a consolation victory.
Prediction: Zimbabwe to win and complete the series whitewash.
