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Namibia levelled the series in the second ODI. Gerhard Erasmus hit 156. Namibia won by 31 runs.
The third ODI is on 27 October 2026. This is a pre-toss NAM vs IRE Dream11 Prediction. The final XIs are not confirmed.
Ireland won the first ODI by 55 runs. The series now stands at 1-1. Both teams need one more win to take the lead.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Namibia vs Ireland, 3rd ODI |
| Series | Ireland Tour Of Namibia, 2026 |
| Date | 27 October 2026 |
| Start Time | 1:00 PM IST |
| UTC Time | 07:30 UTC |
| Local Time | 9:30 AM in Windhoek |
| Venue | High Performance Oval, Windhoek |
| Format | 50-over ODI |
| Status | Toss and playing XIs are not confirmed |
The official Cricket Ireland schedule lists the match on 27 October. ESPN and ICC also list 27 October at High Performance Oval. Some Cricbuzz pages use Namibia Cricket Ground for this series. This is a venue-label conflict. Do not treat it as proof of two different grounds.
Namibia Team Form
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct 2026 | Ireland | Namibia 321/6; Ireland 290 all out | ✓ WIN |
| 22 Oct 2026 | Ireland | Ireland 229/9; Namibia 174 all out | ✕ LOSS |
| 13 Oct 2026 | USA | USA 277/7; Namibia 278/4 | ✓ WIN |
| 9 Oct 2026 | UAE | UAE 134 all out; Namibia 135/2 | ✓ WIN |
Erasmus made 156 in the last game. Jan Frylinck made 76. Namibia now have strong batting form.
Ireland Team Form
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct 2026 | Namibia | Namibia 321/6; Ireland 290 all out | ✕ LOSS |
| 22 Oct 2026 | Namibia | Ireland 229/9; Namibia 174 all out | ✓ WIN |
| 12 Aug 2026 | Afghanistan | Afghanistan 343/9; Ireland 301 all out | ✕ LOSS |
| 10 Aug 2026 | Afghanistan | Ireland 206 all out; Afghanistan 207/7 | ✕ LOSS |
Paul Stirling scored 77 in the second ODI. Gavin Hoey took three wickets. Ireland need better control in the middle overs.
Pitch Report And Fantasy Impact
High Performance Oval has two completed ODI scorecards in this series. The data below are match samples. They are not a full ground average.
| Match | Venue Label | First Innings | Second Innings | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct 2026 | High Performance Oval | Ireland 229/9 | Namibia 174 | Ireland won by 55 runs |
| 24 Oct 2026 | Namibia Cricket Ground on Cricbuzz; High Performance Oval on ESPN | Namibia 321/6 | Ireland 290 | Namibia won by 31 runs |
The two games give different scores. The first game was low. The second game was much higher. The venue-name conflict also blocks a clean combined average.
The first game gave four wickets to Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton. The second game gave four wickets to Jack Brassell. Gavin Hoey took three wickets in both games.
Top-order batters have value here. Wicket-taking bowlers also matter. Check the toss and final XI before changes.
Head-To-Head
This section covers completed men’s ODIs in the current series only. Namibia and Ireland have played two ODIs in this tour.
Ireland won the first ODI. Namibia won the second ODI. The current ODI series score is 1-1. Older T20, List A and first-class games are not added here.
Probable Playing XIs: Not Confirmed
These are editorial candidates. They are not announced XIs. The 3rd ODI squad pages show the wider player pools. Recent XIs give the strongest starting signal.
Namibia Candidate XI
| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| WK | Zane Green |
| BAT | Michael van Lingen, Louren Steenkamp |
| AR | Jan Frylinck, Gerhard Erasmus, Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton |
| BOWL | Ruben Trumpelmann, Jack Brassell, Bernard Scholtz, Max Heingo |
| Watch | Jan Balt, Malan Kruger, JJ Smit, Waldo Smith, Junior Taanyanda, Alexander Busing-Volschenk |
Ireland Candidate XI
| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| WK | Lorcan Tucker |
| BAT | Andy Balbirnie, Cade Carmichael, Harry Tector |
| AR | Paul Stirling, Curtis Campher, George Dockrell |
| BOWL | Gavin Hoey, Jai Moondra, Byron McDonough |
| Watch | Ben Calitz, Mark Adair, Andy McBrine, Matthew Humphreys, Liam McCarthy, Jordan Neill |
The roles above are editorial role groups. Dream11 app roles and credits must be checked in the app.
Six Dream11 Scenario Teams
All six teams are provisional. Each team has 11 unique players. Each team stays within seven players from one side. Check app roles and credits after the toss.
Team 1: Balanced Series Core
Balanced team for the level series.

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WK: Zane Green
BAT: Michael van Lingen, Louren Steenkamp, Andy Balbirnie, Harry Tector
AR: Gerhard Erasmus, Paul Stirling, Curtis Campher
BOWL: Gavin Hoey, Ruben Trumpelmann, Jack Brassell
Captain: Gerhard Erasmus · Vice-Captain: Paul Stirling
Risk: Rotation and final app roles remain unconfirmed.
Team 2: Namibia Batting Upside
Namibia top-order script.

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WK: Zane Green
BAT: Michael van Lingen, Louren Steenkamp, Andy Balbirnie, Harry Tector
AR: Gerhard Erasmus, Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Paul Stirling
BOWL: Jack Brassell, Gavin Hoey, Ruben Trumpelmann
Captain: Gerhard Erasmus · Vice-Captain: Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton
Risk: It fades if Ireland control the new ball.
Team 3: Ireland Chase Control
Ireland chase and middle-over wickets.

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WK: Lorcan Tucker, Zane Green
BAT: Michael van Lingen, Andy Balbirnie, Harry Tector
AR: Paul Stirling, Curtis Campher, Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton
BOWL: Gavin Hoey, Jai Moondra, Bernard Scholtz
Captain: Paul Stirling · Vice-Captain: Gavin Hoey
Risk: It loses value if Namibia post another big total.
Team 4: Spin And Middle Overs
Slow pitch and spin-friendly middle overs.

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WK: Lorcan Tucker
BAT: Michael van Lingen, Andy Balbirnie, Cade Carmichael
AR: Gerhard Erasmus, George Dockrell, Andy McBrine
BOWL: Bernard Scholtz, Gavin Hoey, Matthew Humphreys, Max Heingo
Captain: Gavin Hoey · Vice-Captain: George Dockrell
Risk: A quick surface lowers the spin return.
Team 5: Rotation Watch
Several squad changes confirmed at the toss.

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WK: Ben Calitz
BAT: Jan Balt, Malan Kruger, Jordan Neill
AR: Waldo Smith, JJ Smit, Mark Adair
BOWL: Max Heingo, Byron McDonough, Liam McCarthy, Jai Moondra
Captain: JJ Smit · Vice-Captain: Mark Adair
Risk: The team is unsafe before the XI is announced.
Team 6: Late Wicket Script
Wickets fall after the powerplay.

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WK: Zane Green
BAT: Louren Steenkamp, Andy Balbirnie, Cade Carmichael, Harry Tector
AR: Jan Frylinck, Gerhard Erasmus, Andy McBrine
BOWL: Ruben Trumpelmann, Gavin Hoey, Jack Brassell
Captain: Jack Brassell · Vice-Captain: Jan Frylinck
Risk: It fails if both top orders build long stands.
Captain And Vice-Captain Choices
Gerhard Erasmus
Erasmus made 156 in the second ODI. He also took two wickets. His value rises when he bowls.
Paul Stirling
Stirling made 77 in the second ODI. He also made 56 in the first ODI. His role can change after the toss.
Gavin Hoey
Hoey took three wickets in both completed ODIs. He can also score late runs. His bowling workload is the key check.
Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton
Loftie-Eaton took four wickets in the first ODI. He can bat in the middle order. His final place is not confirmed.
Toss-Day Repair Checklist
- Remove every player left out.
- Check the wicketkeeper slot.
- Recount both teams.
- Recheck app roles and credits.
- Keep captain and vice-captain different.
Top Three Player Battles
Gerhard Erasmus Against Ireland’s Spin
Erasmus made a big score last time. Ireland may use spin against him. The exact bowlers depend on the XI.
Namibia’s Openers Against Ireland’s New Ball
Michael van Lingen and Louren Steenkamp face early seam. Their first ten overs can shape the game.
Gavin Hoey Against Namibia’s Middle Order
Hoey took three wickets in each ODI. Namibia’s middle order must handle his variations. This is a role-based battle.
Top Players To Look Out For
Gerhard Erasmus: He made 156 in the second ODI. He also took two wickets. Rotation is the main risk.
Paul Stirling: He made 77 in the second ODI. He made 56 in the first ODI. His batting place matters.
Gavin Hoey: He took three wickets in both games. His overs are a clear fantasy path.
Jan Frylinck: He made 76 in the second ODI. He can add runs and overs.
Jack Brassell: He took four wickets in the second ODI. His place must be checked first.
Qualified Winner Prediction
The series is level at 1-1. Namibia have the stronger latest result. Ireland won the first game and have proven wicket-takers.
Qualified lean: Namibia have a small edge. This is a pre-toss view. The final XI and pitch can change it.
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FAQs
What Is The Date Of NAM Vs IRE 3rd ODI?
The match is on 27 October 2026. It starts at 1:00 PM IST.
Is The Playing XI Confirmed?
No. Both XIs are still probable. Check the toss and team sheet.
Which Venue Will Host The Match?
ESPN and ICC list High Performance Oval, Windhoek. Some Cricbuzz pages use Namibia Cricket Ground. The labels need care.
Who Leads The ODI Series?
The series is level at 1-1. Ireland won the first ODI. Namibia won the second ODI.
