Capricorn Eagles

Also known as: the Capricorn Eagles

Namibia's national women's cricket team, sponsored by Capricorn Group, competing in T20 and ODI tournaments including ICC World Cup qualifiers.

2024-03-272026-08-21

What’s been said

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August 2026
5 AugThe Namibian
Capricorn Eagles won all six group matches in tournament
Source
“Competing in the Capricorn Women's T20 Quadrangular tournament, Namibia started off like a house on fire, winning all six their group matches to qualify for the final with ease.”
Capricorn Eagles lose the battle but win the war
5 AugThe Namibian
Capricorn Eagles lost final to Uganda by 17 runs
Source
“but this time they fell short, as Uganda won by 17 runs in a high scoring match.”
Capricorn Eagles lose the battle but win the war
July 2026
27 JulThe Namibian
Capricorn Eagles are on an unbeaten start to the Capricorn Quadrangular Women's T20 series
Source
“Namibia's Capricorn Eagles are well set to reach the final of the Capricorn Quadrangular Women's T20 series after an unbeaten start to the tournament.”
Capricorn Eagles on unbeaten streak
23 JulThe Namibian
Capricorn Eagles won their opening two matches in T20 Four Nations Tournament
Source
“Namibia's national women's cricket team, the Capricorn Eagles, got off to a great start in the T20 Four Nations Tournament after winning their opening two matches to go to the top of the log.”
Capricorn Eagles off to great start
February 2026
24 FebThe Namibian
Capricorn Eagles took part in International Cricket Council Women's T20 World Cup global qualifiers in Nepal
Source
“Earlier this year, the Capricorn Eagles took part in the International Cricket Council Women's T20 World Cup global qualifiers in Nepal.”
Capricorn vows support for women’s cricket
January 2026
22 JanNew Era
The Capricorn Eagles is currently in Nepal for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Global Qualifier
Source
“Meanwhile, the national women's team, the Capricorn Eagles, is currently in Nepal for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Global Qualifier.”
Eagles eye fourth World Cup
22 JanNew Era
They lost their opening match to the USA on Tuesday
Source
“They are set to face Bangladesh today, after losing their opening match to the USA on Tuesday.”
Eagles eye fourth World Cup
13 JanThe Namibian
Capricorn Eagles suffered a comprehensive 2-0 defeat to Assam in their opening 50-over series
Source
“Namibia's Capricorn Eagles suffered a comprehensive 2-0 defeat to Assam in their opening 50-over series in Guwahati over the weekend.”
Assam take 50-over series
7 JanNew Era
Capricorn Eagles were sent off for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Global qualifier in Nepal
Source
“Hilma Nalupe Namibia's women's cricket team, the Capricorn Eagles were sent off yesterday at the Namibia Cricket Ground, for the International Cricket Council (CC) Women's T20 World Cup Global qualifier in Nepal.”
Capricorn Eagles head to 2026 World Cup qualifier
December 2025
3 DecThe Namibian
Capricorn Eagles finished second last at the Women's Emerging Nations Trophy in Thailand
Source
“Namibia's Capricorn Eagles finished second last at the Women's Emerging Nations Trophy in Thailand after losing six of their seven matches.”
Namibia second last at T20 Emerging Nations Trophy

Sport

Capricorn Eagles advance despite T20 final loss to Uganda

The News

Namibia's women's cricket team won all six group matches in the Capricorn Women's T20 Quadrangular tournament but fell short in the final, losing to Uganda by 17 runs while reaching 129/6 in chase of 146. Despite the loss, Namibia won two matches each against Uganda, Hong Kong and Tanzania, with captain Sune Wittmann claiming the batter of the tournament award (238 runs at 47.60 average) and Mekelaye Mwatile winning both bowler of the series (8 wickets at 5.65 economy rate) and player of the series awards.

5 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 5 August

Capricorn Eagles advance despite T20 final loss to Uganda
Namibia's women's cricket team won all six group matches in the Capricorn Women's T20 Quadrangular tournament but fell short in the final, losing to Uganda by 17 runs while reaching 129/6 in chase of 146. Despite the loss, Namibia won two matches each against Uganda, Hong Kong and Tanzania, with captain Sune Wittmann claiming the batter of the tournament award (238 runs at 47.60 average) and Mekelaye Mwatile winning both bowler of the series (8 wickets at 5.65 economy rate) and player of the series awards.
5 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 27 July

Capricorn Eagles unbeaten in Quadrangular Women's T20 series
Namibia's Capricorn Eagles have won all four matches in the Capricorn Quadrangular Women's T20 series, including victories over Tanzania (twice), Uganda in a super over, and Hong Kong by five wickets, positioning them well to reach the final.
27 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 23 July

Capricorn Eagles win opening two matches at T20 tournament
Namibia's women's cricket team won their first two matches in the T20 Four Nations Tournament, defeating Tanzania by nine wickets and Uganda in a super over, to top the log.
23 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 11 June

Capricorn Group invests N$1.2 million in women's cricket partnership
Capricorn Group has renewed its partnership with Cricket Namibia, committing N$1.2 million over two years (June 2026 to May 2028) to support the national women's team, Under-19 women's squad, girls' cricket festivals, and girls' schools league.
11 June 2026 · New Era →
Capricorn Group extends women's cricket sponsorship to 2028
Capricorn Group renewed its partnership with Cricket Namibia, extending sponsorship of women's cricket by N$1.2 million over the next two years. The company will continue as naming partner to the national women's team (Capricorn Eagles), the u19 team, girls cricket festivals, and girls schools league until May 2028.
11 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 24 February

Capricorn Group backs senior women's cricket development
Capricorn Group says it will continue supporting Namibia's senior national women's cricket team, the Capricorn Eagles, and is partnering with Cricket Namibia to develop young female cricketers through talent identification roadshows and grassroots programmes.
24 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 22 January

Namibia's cricket team departs for ICC Men's T20 World Cup
The FNB Eagles have been sent off to prepare for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka from 7 February to 8 March 2026, marking Namibia's fourth World Cup qualification. Head coach Craig Williams said the team will compete to beat bigger nations, while captain Gerhard Erasmus emphasized the team's determination to make an impact despite facing tough opposition including the Netherlands, India, USA, and Pakistan.
22 January 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 13 January

Namibia's Capricorn Eagles lose 50-over series to Assam
Namibia's women's cricket team suffered a comprehensive 2-0 defeat to Indian state side Assam in a 50-over series in Guwahati, losing by 98 runs in the first match and eight wickets in the second. The tour serves as preparation for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Global Qualifier starting in Nepal on 18 January, with the two sides set to play a two-match T20 series before Namibia departs.
13 January 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 7 January

Namibia's Capricorn Eagles depart for 2026 World Cup qualifier
Namibia's women's cricket team, the Capricorn Eagles, have been sent off for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Global Qualifier in Nepal, which runs from 13 January to 2 February 2026, after earning their spot through the Africa qualifier. The 15-member squad will participate in a pre-tournament in India before heading to Nepal, where 10 teams will compete.
7 January 2026 · New Era →