T20 WC 2021: NZ vs NAM Preview – Black Caps up against gritty Namibia

New Zealand and Namibia are all set to face each other in the Super 12 game at the Men’s T20 World Cup 2021. New Zealand is coming into this game, having avoided a scare against Scotland. That was their second win in this round, which now puts them in a front position to follow Pakistan into the semi-finals from this group. But firstly, they need to secure a win against Namibia and Afghanistan.

Namibia, on the other hand, had a good start to the main round with their thrilling win against Scotland. However, their loss to Afghanistan and Pakistan should fuel them up for another solid performance. The big question will be whether they have run the gas to produce an upset or not. They would also have some support from the Indians, who are desperate for a Kiwi loss, to see their team into the semis.

Match Info

New Zealand vs Namibia, 36th Match, Super 12 Group 2

Venue: Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah

Time: 3:30 PM IST

Head to head:

This is the first time these two teams are meeting in international cricket.

Team News:

New Zealand: The New Zealand team continued their strategy of having five specialist bowlers in their side for their last game as well. Given how their team is shaped, it is unlikely that they will look for any changes. There isn’t any major injury within the group. Guptill did have a niggle ahead of the India game but has looked good since. They are more than likely to go with an unchanged XI.

Namibia: The African side has punched above their weight right through this tournament. There are no injury concerns in their team, and they might field the same XI which they fielded against Pakistan. They have the right combination in store, which could potentially help them in upsetting the New Zealand team.

Probable XI