Namibia Women will look to continue their excellent start to the Women’s T20 Quadrangular Series in Namibia 2026 when they face Tanzania Women in Match 7 at the High-Performance Oval in Windhoek on July 25. The hosts have won both of their matches so far and sit at the top of the points table with four points and an impressive Net Run Rate of +1.023. Tanzania, meanwhile, are still searching for their first win after losing both of their opening matches and are currently fourth with zero points and a Net Run Rate of -1.555.
Namibia have looked like the strongest side in the competition so far. They began their campaign with a nine-wicket win over Tanzania and then produced another exciting performance against Uganda, tying the match before winning the Super Over by two wickets. Tanzania, on the other hand, will be hoping for a much better showing after their difficult start to the tournament.
The two teams have already met once in this competition, with Namibia winning comfortably by nine wickets on July 21. However, Tanzania have shown in the past that they can challenge Namibia, having won their previous meeting in November 2025 by eight wickets. With both sides familiar with each other, another interesting contest could be on the cards.
Squads:
Namibia Women’s Cricket Team
Bianca Manuel, Edelle Van Zyl, Leigh-Marie Visser, Jurriene Diergaardt, Kayleen Green, Sune Wittmann, Wilka Mwatile, Merczerly Gorases, Sylvia Shihepo, Yasmeen Khan, Eveleen Kejarukua, Mekelaye Mwatile, Naomi Benjamin, Victoria Hamunyela
Tanzania Women’s Cricket Team
Neema Justine Pius, Fatuma Omary Kibasu, Hudaa Omary, Jenipher Kimaro, Mwanamvua Ushanga, Nasra Nassoro Saidi, Nasra Hamza, Shufaa Mohamedi, Perice Kamunya, Saumu Hussen, Sheila Kizito, Sophia Jerome, Saum Bokarami, Saum Mtae
Players to watch out:
Sune Wittmann
Sune Wittmann has been Namibia’s standout batter in the tournament so far. She has scored 77 runs in two innings and remained unbeaten once, with a best score of 53*. She has maintained an average of 77.00 and a strike rate of 113.23, hitting 10 fours and two sixes from 68 balls. Her ability to control the innings while also scoring at a healthy pace makes her one of Namibia’s biggest batting threats.
Saum Mtae
Saum Mtae has been one of Tanzania’s better batters in the tournament. She has scored 42 runs in two innings, with the highest score of 25. Her average of 21.00 and strike rate of 131.25 show that she can score quickly when she settles at the crease. Tanzania will need another positive contribution from Mtae if they are to put pressure on Namibia.
Jurriene Diergaardt
Jurriene Diergaardt has been one of Namibia’s most effective bowlers. She has taken three wickets in seven overs across two matches, giving away only 35 runs. Her best figures are 3/21, while her bowling average is 11.66 and her economy rate is 5.00. She could once again play an important role with the ball.
Maria Massawe
Maria Massawe will be an important bowler for Tanzania as they look to stop Namibia’s strong batting line-up. She has taken one wicket in eight overs across the tournament so far, with best figures of 1/27. Tanzania will need her to bowl with control and build pressure during the middle overs.
Pitch:
The High-Performance Oval in Windhoek generally offers help to both pace bowlers and spinners. The surface can provide early swing for seamers, while spinners often get good turn during the middle overs. Batters may need to be patient at the beginning before playing more freely once they settle.
Weather:
Windhoek is expected to have excellent conditions, with plenty of sunshine and no chance of rain or thunderstorms. Temperatures could reach around 26°C during the day, with clear skies and moderate winds.
Match Details:
Date – July 25, 2026
Time – 1:00 PM IST
Venue – High-Performance Oval, Windhoek
Broadcast – T.B.C.
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