Alexander Volschenk — Namibian cricketer who earned man-of-the-match awards in T20I Tri-Nations play and scored 29 runs against Zimbabwe in 2026.
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Alexander Volschenk was run out for 31
“Steenkamp made 23 off 36 balls before being bowled by Bjorn Fortuin, while Volschenk was run out for 31 immediately afterwards as Namibia slipped to 90/5.”
Namibia bowled out for 156 as South Africa complete ODI sweepInformanté
Alexander Volschenk made 29 off 31 balls before falling
“Volschenk made 29 off 31 balls before falling, while Erasmus produced a captain's masterclass, finishing unbeaten on 88 off 48 deliveries to guide Namibia to 156 for six.”
Zimbabwe stun Namibia to keep Cricket Tri-Series final hopes aliveInformanté
Alexander Volschenk contributed 29 runs
“Captain Gerhard Erasmus led the way with a composed half-century, scoring 67 runs, while Alexander Volschenk contributed 29 as Namibia recovered from a difficult start after Zimbabwe won the toss and elected to field.”
Namibia post 156/6 against Zimbabwe in crucial Cricket Tri-Series clashNew Era
Alexander Volschenk provided the momentum Namibia needed during their innings
“The Eagles lost wickets regularly but remained within touching distance of Zimbabwe's total, with Green praising Alexander Volschenk for providing the momentum Namibia needed during their innings.”
Eagles fall short against ChevronsInformanté
Alexander Volschenk remained unbeaten
“Alexander Volschenk remained unbeaten as Namibia reached a competitive total after being in a commanding position at 116/2 after 13 overs.”
Namibia post 163/9 against South Africa in T20I cricket tri-series openerNew Era
Alexander Volschenk delivered a standout batting performance against Nigeria
“Momentum continued against Nigeria, with Namibia's bowling unit striking crucial blows, while Alexander Volschenk delivered a standout batting performance to earn Player of the Match honours.”
Eagles dominate Tri-SeriesThe Namibian
Alexander Volschenk won man of the match award vs Hong Kong
“On Friday they beat Hong Kong by seven wickets, with Alexander Volschenk winning the man of the match award”
Youngsters lead Eagles to victoryThe Namibian
Namibian captain Alexander Volschenk expressed confidence in his team for the Sri Lanka game
“Going into the Sri Lanka game, Volschenk expressed confidence in his team.”
Namibia Confident against Sri Lanka….after Australia defeatNamibia were bowled out for 156 in 36.2 overs before South Africa chased down the target in 22 overs to secure a nine-wicket victory and complete a 3-0 ODI Cricket series sweep at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek on Sunday.
13 September 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia were bowled out for 156 in 36.2 overs before South Africa chased down the target in 22 overs to secure a nine-wicket victory and complete a 3-0 ODI Cricket series sweep at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek on Sunday.
13 September 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia faces South Africa in the final ODI of a three-match series at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek, with the Proteas already holding an unassailable 2-0 lead after wins by 99 and 157 runs. Namibia will field 18-year-old seamer Waldo Smith on his ODI debut as the team aims to avoid a series whitewash on home soil and provide younger players exposure against a Full Member nation.
13 September 2026 · Informanté →
South Africa defeated Namibia by 99 runs in a rain-affected first ODI in Windhoek, with Jordan Hermann scoring a record-equalling 150 on ODI debut to help the Proteas post 348/6, while Namibia fell short at 162/8 chasing a revised DLS target of 262.
9 September 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia host South Africa in the 2026 T20I Cricket Tri-Series at Windhoek, needing victory to secure a final spot while South Africa remain favourites after winning their last two matches.
4 September 2026 · Informanté →
Zimbabwe chased down Namibia's 157 with 11 balls to spare at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek on Thursday, keeping their final hopes alive. Innocent Kaia scored 72 off 42 deliveries to lead the chase, while Namibia's Gerhard Erasmus hit an unbeaten 88 in a losing effort.
3 September 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia scored 156 for six in 20 overs against Zimbabwe in a T20I Cricket Tri-Series match at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek, led by captain Gerhard Erasmus's 67 runs and Alexander Volschenk's 29.
3 September 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's FNB Eagles were bowled out for 190 in chase of Zimbabwe's 195/6 in the second match of the FNB T20 tri-series at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek on Monday. Despite fighting hard until the final stages, Namibia fell short of the target.
2 September 2026 · New Era →
Namibia fell five runs short in their chase of 196, losing to Zimbabwe by five runs in the third match of the 2026 T20I Cricket Tri-Series at the Namibia Cricket Ground. Zimbabwe posted 195 for six, and Namibia reached 190 all out despite a late-innings rally.
31 August 2026 · Informanté →
Zimbabwe recovered from a middle-order collapse to score 195 for six against Namibia in the third match of the 2026 T20I Cricket Tri-Series at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek. Namibia captain Gerhard Erasmus took three wickets for 26 runs as Zimbabwe's batsmen faltered after a strong opening partnership.
31 August 2026 · Informanté →
The FNB Namibia Eagles play Zimbabwe in their second FNB T20 Tri-Series match today, seeking to maintain momentum after defeating the SA Proteas by 18 runs. Zimbabwe, winless after losing to the Proteas, will be looking to start accumulating points to reach the series final.
31 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia posted 163/9 against South Africa in the opening match of the T20I Cricket Tri-Series at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek after a strong opening stand was followed by a middle-order collapse. Jan Frylinck led with 60 off 38 balls as Namibia reached 116/2 after 13 overs before losing wickets late in the innings.
28 August 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia made a confident start against South Africa in the T20I Tri-Series opening match at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek, reaching 72 without loss after eight overs. Louren Steenkamp and Jan Frylinck remained unbeaten as the hosts maintained a run rate of nine runs an over after South Africa elected to bowl first.
28 August 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia and South Africa face off in the FNB T20 Triations series at the FNB Namibia Cricket Grounds. Namibia beat South Africa in a four-wicket win at the stadium's inauguration last year, and though South Africa has not selected all their first-choice players, coach Craig Williams says his team must be wary of their young opponents' quality and motivation.
28 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's FNB Eagles finished unbeaten in a T20 International tri-series against Nigeria and Hong Kong, China, winning all four matches with strong batting, bowling and fielding performances.
25 June 2026 · New Era →
The FNB Namibia Eagles won their opening three matches in the T20 Tri-Nations series, including victories over Hong Kong and Nigeria, with young players Alexander Volschenk and Junior Taanyanda earning man-of-the-match awards alongside experienced Jan Frylinck.
23 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia slumped to a 102-run defeat by Pakistan in their final T20 Cricket World Cup match in Colombo, bundled out for 97 while chasing 200. Pakistan's spinners Usman Tariq and Shadab Khan proved unplayable, while opener Sahibzada Farhan's unbeaten century earned man of the match.
19 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's 2026 Men's T20 Cricket World Cup campaign ended with a 102-run defeat to Pakistan in a Group A match in Colombo, with the team bowled out for 97 while Pakistan scored 199/3, eliminating them from the tournament.
19 February 2026 · Informanté →