The 2nd match of the Namibia T20I Tri-Series 2026 will be played between South Africa and Zimbabwe at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek on Saturday, 29 August. South Africa will be looking to bounce back after losing their opening match to Namibia, while Zimbabwe will begin their tri-series campaign with an aim to make a strong start.
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SA vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - Namibia T20I Tri-Series 2026, 2nd Match

South Africa suffered an 18-run defeat against Namibia in their first match despite a fighting 75-run knock from Dewald Brevis. The Proteas struggled early in the chase of 164 runs, but Brevis kept them in the game before his dismissal in the 18th over turned the match in Namibia's favour. Duan Jansen and Prenelan Subrayen also made an impact with the ball, taking two and three wickets respectively. South Africa will now need a more consistent batting performance against Zimbabwe.
Zimbabwe, meanwhile, enter the match after losing their last five T20Is. However, they have experienced players such as Brian Bennett, Sikandar Raza, Ryan Burl, Blessing Muzarabani and Brad Evans who can change the game with both bat and ball. The Zimbabwean side will look to use the conditions in Windhoek and put pressure on South Africa.
For the SA vs ZIM Dream11 prediction today match, Dewald Brevis and Duan Jansen can be important options for South Africa, while Sikandar Raza and Brian Bennett will be key players for Zimbabwe. Let's look at the match details and other important updates for the SA vs ZIM Dream11 team prediction.
South Africa vs Zimbabwe Match Details
| Tournament | Namibia T20I Tri-Series 2026 |
|---|---|
| Match | South Africa vs Zimbabwe, 2nd Match |
| Toss | To Be Updated |
| Venue | Namibia Cricket Ground |
| City | Windhoek |
| Match Start Time | 5:30 PM IST, 29th August 2026 |
| Live Streaming | FanCode |
| Scorecard | SA vs ZIM Scorecard |
SA vs ZIM Dream11 Team Today Stats
| Player | Team | Recent Stats |
|---|---|---|
| Dewald Brevis | South Africa | 75 Runs in last match |
| Prenelan Subrayen | South Africa | 3 Wickets |
| Brian Bennett | Zimbabwe | 314 Runs in 10 Matches |
| Blessing Muzarabani | Zimbabwe | 14 Wickets in 10 Matches |
SA vs ZIM Toss Prediction
The team winning the toss is likely to bat first. The Windhoek surface can become slower as the match progresses, while a competitive first-innings total could put pressure on the chasing side.
Record of Chasing Teams at Windhoek
Windhoek is expected to provide a balanced contest between bat and ball. Batters can score freely once they settle at the crease, while spinners and medium pacers could become more effective during the middle and later overs.
| Chasing Record | Winning % |
|---|---|
| Good | 60% |
SA vs ZIM Playing 11 (Probable)
| South Africa Playing XI | Zimbabwe Playing XI |
|---|---|
| Lhuan-dre Pretorius (WK) | Tadiwanashe Marumani |
| Connor Esterhuizen | Brian Bennett |
| Jordan Hermann | Dion Myers |
| Dewald Brevis | Sikandar Raza (C) |
| Tony de Zorzi | Ryan Burl |
| Duan Jansen | Clive Madande (WK) |
| Bjorn Fortuin (C) | Wesley Madhevere |
| Prenelan Subrayen | Brad Evans |
| Eathan Bosch | Wellington Masakadza |
| Kwena Maphaka | Blessing Muzarabani |
| Nqobani Mokoena | Graeme Cremer |
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SA vs ZIM Top Run Scorers & Leading Wicket Takers
| Top Run Scorers | Dewald Brevis and Brian Bennett |
|---|---|
| Leading Wicket Takers | Prenelan Subrayen and Blessing Muzarabani |
SA vs ZIM Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
| Captain | Dewald Brevis and Sikandar Raza |
|---|---|
| Vice-Captain | Brian Bennett and Duan Jansen |
Top Picks for SA vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Dewald Brevis | South Africa | Batter |
| Sikandar Raza | Zimbabwe | All-rounder |
Budget Picks for SA vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Blessing Muzarabani | Zimbabwe | Bowler |
| Bjorn Fortuin | South Africa | Bowler |
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Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match
- Keeper: R Hermann
- Batters: Dewald Brevis (C), Brian Bennett(VC)
- All-rounders: Sikandar Raza, B Evans, P Subrayen, Ryan Burl
- Bowlers: N Mokoena, Blessing Muzarabani, Bjorn Fortuin, Duan Jansen

Best Dream11 Team Today
- Keeper: R Hermann, Connor Esterhuizen
- Batters: Dewald Brevis, Brian Bennett
- All-rounders: Sikandar Raza(C), B Evans, P Subrayen, Ryan Burl
- Bowlers: Blessing Muzarabani, Bjorn Fortuin, Duan Jansen(VC)

Note: Sportsdunia has prepared a fantasy team for the SA vs ZIM match based on their experience in fantasy cricket.
SA vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction Today (Match 2) Namibia T20I Tri-Series 2026 Players to Avoid
Considering Zimbabwe's recent struggles and South Africa's inconsistent batting in their opening match, Wellington Masakadza and L Pretorious may not contribute many fantasy points in this match and can be avoided in small leagues.
Player | Dream11 Credits |
|---|---|
Wellington Masakadza | 8.0 Cr |
L Pretorious | 9.0 Cr |
SA vs ZIM Weather & Pitch Report at Windhoek
- The pitch at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek is expected to provide a balanced contest between batters and bowlers. The ball can come onto the bat well in the early overs, while the surface may become slower as the match progresses. Medium pacers using cutters and variations could be effective, while spinners may get some assistance in the middle overs.
- A first-innings score of around 160–170 runs could be competitive at this venue. The weather is expected to remain suitable for cricket, with no major dew advantage expected during the evening.
| Temperature | Around 22°C |
|---|---|
| Weather Forecast | Sunny |
| Pitch Behaviour | Balanced |
| Best Suited To | Pace and Spin |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 161 Runs |
SA vs ZIM H2H Records
South Africa have historically won 3 out of the last 5 matches and had the upper hand against Zimbabwe in T20I cricket. However, Zimbabwe have players capable of causing an upset, and South Africa will be under pressure after their 18-run defeat to Namibia in the opening match of this tri-series.
| Team | Matches Won (Last 5 T20Is) |
|---|---|
| South Africa (SA) | 3 |
| Zimbabwe (ZIM) | 0 |
| No Result | 2 |
Disclaimer: This team is based on the analysis, calculated odds, and past experience of the author. While selecting your team, consider the analysis only as supporting data while making your own decision. Sportsdunia does not work with insider news and will not be responsible for any monetary loss to the users following the analysis.
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