… The Namibian squad for the upcoming tri-series includes JJ Smit (captain), Gerhard Erasmus, Max Heingo, Bernard Scholtz, Jan Frylinck, Dylan Leicher, William Lottering, Zacheo Jansen van Vuuren, Malan Kruger, Ben Shikongo, Ruben Trumpelmann, Jack Brassell, Zane Green, WP Myburgh …
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- March 2026
… The team is as follows: JJ Smit (captain), Louren Steenkamp, Jan Frylinck, Malan Kruger, Gerhard Erasmus, Zane Green, WP Myburgh, Ruben Trumpelmann, Dylan Leicher, Bernard Scholtz, Ben Shikongo, Max Heingo, Jack Brassell, Zacheo van Vuuren, and William Lottering.
Smit replaces Erasmus as captain… Gambling Board of Namibia chairperson Ben Shikongo said effective regulation of the sector depends on adequate resources, functional systems and close collaboration with the ministry. …
‘Gambling needs urgent regulation’- February 2026
… mibia Academy team that played against Warwickshire Academy, there were some very good performances, with 100s, 50s and five-wicket hauls, so there are some very good young players coming through.” The national team at the T20 World Cup only had three black players – Ben Shikongo …
Hard work ahead – cricket president… : Namibia vs USA – Chennai 18 February 2026: Namibia vs Pakistan – Colombo (RPS) Namibian Eagles squad:Gerhard Erasmus (captain), Zane Green, Bernard Scholtz, Ruben Trumpelmann, JJ Smit, Jan Frylinck, Louren Steenkamp, Malan Kruger, Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Jack Brassell, Ben Shikongo …
Namibia set for tough Group A test at ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2026- January 2026
… Ruben Trumpelmann, with 44 caps and Ben Shikongo (40 caps) will lead Namibia’s pace bowling attack along with the 20-year-old Jack Brassell who has 18 caps and 17-year-old Max Heingo who burst onto the scene when he took 2/32 against South Africa last year. …
Erasmus leads well-balanced side to T20 World Cup- November 2024
… The momentum swung the Jets’ way after a 44-run fifth wicket partnership through Fungayi Hlupo (28) and Jan Izak de Villers (24), but Nyashadzaishe struck to dismiss Hlupo for 28, and when Ben Shikongo dismissed De Villiers for 24, the Jets’ resistance finally broke, as they fell …
Etosha Wildcats win T20 Franchise series… The Jets scored 171/9 with Fungayi Hlupo scoring 38, Zane Green 36, Gerhard Erasmus 34 and Jan Izak de Villiers 32, while Ben Shikongo (2/37), Nyasha Nyashadzaishe (2/32) and Ettienne Beukes (2/31) each took two wickets for the Wildcats. …
Windhoek Jets lead at halfway stage… Balt went on to score 65 off 41 balls (7×4, 2×6), while Karl Birkenstock added 20, but Quincy Beukles and Ben Shikongo gave CCD hope with some late wickets as they restricted Wanderers to 172 for nine wickets off their 20 overs. …
Wanderers, Old Boys pull away- August 2024
… pport the promising growth of grassroots cricket in Namibia. “This continues our commitment to leaving a lasting impact on the communities in which we operate by using our unrivalled supply chain capabilities to benefit our region and the world.” Namibian pace bowler Ben Shikongo …
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Namibia Eagles dominate Uganda series, prepare for World Cup League
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Namibia's cricket team wrapped up a home series against Uganda from 18–25 March, delivering dominant performances across both T20 and 50-over formats while preparing for the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 tri-series against Scotland and Oman scheduled for early April. The Eagles will play two additional warm-up matches against Scotland on 28 and 30 March before the competition begins.
28 March 2026 · Informanté →
Saturday 28 March
Namibia Eagles dominate Uganda series, prepare for World Cup League
Namibia's cricket team wrapped up a home series against Uganda from 18–25 March, delivering dominant performances across both T20 and 50-over formats while preparing for the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 tri-series against Scotland and Oman scheduled for early April. The Eagles will play two additional warm-up matches against Scotland on 28 and 30 March before the competition begins.
28 March 2026 · Informanté →
Monday 23 March
JJ Smit takes over as Namibia Eagles cricket captain
JJ Smit has replaced Gerhard Erasmus as captain of the FNB Namibia Eagles for a two-match 50-over series against Uganda starting today. Erasmus, who captained the side for six years during Namibia's four consecutive T20 World Cup finals runs, said he is taking a break to reduce his workload and has offered to assist with tactics.
23 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Friday 6 March
Ministry calls for decisive gambling industry reforms
The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has outlined an urgent need for comprehensive reforms to regulate Namibia's gambling sector, citing weak oversight that costs government revenue and exposes citizens to social harm. The minister called for a National Gambling Policy that prioritises player protection, skills development, and job creation, while confronting risks of addiction, and a gambling consultant warned that unlicensed online operators are extracting substantial revenue without paying taxes.
6 March 2026 · New Era →
Thursday 26 February
Cricket Namibia must change laws, develop junior talent
Cricket Namibia president Rudi van Vuuren says the team's winless T20 World Cup campaign reflects disappointing senior player performances and gaps in competitiveness, and calls for changes to the Sports Act to allow foreign residents (after three years rather than ten) to represent the country, bringing Namibia in line with other Associate nations.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Thursday 5 February
Namibia faces India, Pakistan in T20 World Cup 2026 Group A
Namibia will open their ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 campaign against the Netherlands in Delhi on 10 February, followed by defending champions India two days later, in a competitive Group A that also includes Pakistan and the USA. The Eagles will be seeking to improve on their previous showings, with captain Gerhard Erasmus leading a squad that includes experienced seamer Ruben Trumpelmann and will be coached by former all-rounder Craig Williams.
5 February 2026 · Informanté →
Tuesday 6 January
Erasmus leads balanced Namibia squad to T20 World Cup
Captain Gerhard Erasmus will lead Namibia's 15-player squad to their fourth successive Men's T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka next month, featuring a mix of experienced players like Bernard Scholtz and younger talent including 17-year-old Max Heingo. The squad includes nine players who competed in the 2024 T20 World Cup, with Erasmus and Scholtz among the team's most capped and highest-performing players.
6 January 2026 · The Namibian →