Cricket fans are in for an interesting contest as Namibia and South Africa are set to face each other in the opening match of the T20I Tri-Series 2026 in Windhoek.
Namibia will have the advantage of playing at home, while South Africa will be looking to begin the tournament on a winning note. Zimbabwe are the third team in the series, with all three sides set to face each other twice in the league stage before the top two teams meet in the final on September 6.
When is Namibia vs South Africa?
The first T20I between Namibia and South Africa will be played on Friday, August 28, 2026, at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek.
For fans watching from India, the match will begin at 5:30 PM IST.
NAM vs SA match details
Match: Namibia vs South Africa, 1st T20I
Date: Friday, August 28, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM IST
Venue: Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek
Live Streaming: FanCode app and website
TV Telecast in India: Not available
Where can you watch NAM vs SA live?
There won't be a TV broadcast of the match in India, but fans don't have to miss out on the action.
The Namibia vs South Africa T20I will be streamed live on the FanCode app and website. So, viewers can follow the opening game online from 5:30 PM IST.
Watch NAM vs SA live on FanCode�
Who are the players to watch?
South Africa have gone with a young squad for the series, with Bjorn Fortuin leading the side. There is plenty of exciting talent around him, including Dewald Brevis, Lhuan-dré Pretorius and Kwena Maphaka.
Namibia, on the other hand, will be led by their experienced captain Gerhard Erasmus. Playing in familiar home conditions could give Namibia the confidence to challenge South Africa.
That makes the opening game an interesting one. South Africa may look stronger on paper, but Namibia know their conditions well and will be eager to start their home series with a statement win.
What is the T20 Tri-Series 2026 format?
The tournament features Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe.
Each team will play the other two teams twice during the league stage. After those six matches, the top two teams will qualify for the final on September 6.
For all three teams, the series is also a useful opportunity to test their squads and combinations ahead of bigger assignments.
NAM vs SA: All you need to know
So, if you're planning to watch the opening game, save the details:
Namibia vs South Africa
August 28, 2026
5:30 PM IST
Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek
FanCode app & website
No TV telecast in India
With Namibia playing at home and South Africa bringing a young, exciting squad, the opening game has all the ingredients for a competitive start to the Tri-Series.