Sybrand Engelbrecht and Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton are two exceptional multiplier choices to have in your XI.
Preview
Namibia will lock horns with the Netherlands in the third match of the Nepal T20I tri-series at Mulpani Cricket Ground in Kathmandu, Nepal, on Thursday, February 29.
Namibia, under the leadership of Jonathan Smit, started off their campaign with a 20-run win over Nepal in the series opener. Namibia posted a total of 206/4 in 20 overs, thanks to Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton (101) and Malan Kruger (59*).
In response, Nepal got bundled out for only 186 runs in 18.5 overs. Rohit Paudel (42) and Dipendra Singh Airee (48) tried their best to take their side over the line. However, other batters faltered badly. Ruben Trumpelmann scalped a four-fer for Namibia to turn the tables towards his side.
On the other hand, the Netherlands also started the series on a winning note over Nepal by two runs in a thrilling game. Batting first, the Netherlands posted a dominating total of 184/4 in 20 overs. Michael Levitt (54), Sybrand Engelbrecht (49), Scott Edwards (33), and Teja Nidamanuru (31*) were the standout batters.
In reply, Nepal could rack up only 182/8 in 20 overs. Rohit Paudel (50), and Dipendra Singh Airee (63) shined once again for their side but others couldn’t provide substantial support. Roelof van der Merwe and Sybrand Engelbrecht claimed two wickets apiece.
Match Information
Namibia vs Netherlands, Match 3
Nepal T20I triangular Series, 29 Feb 2024, Thur, 11:15 AM IST ,Kathmandu
Probable PlayingXI
Namibia
MB Kruger, M van Lingen, Jonathan Smit(C), Jean-Pierre Kotze, Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Zane Green, Jan Frylinck, Bernard Scholtz, Tangeni Lungameni, R Trumpelmann, Peter-Daniel Blignaut
Bench: N Davin, Gerhard Erasmus, L Louwrens, Ben Shikongo, S Fouche, Jack Brassell
Netherlands
MP O’Dowd, SA Engelbrecht, N Croes, W Barresi, M Levitt, RE van der Merwe, S Edwards(C), AT Nidamanuru, Aryan Dutt, VJ Kingma, T van der Gugten
Bench: Vikramjit Singh, Fred Klaassen, K Klein, Shariz Ahmad
Injury News
Weather Report: Sunny Weather
Win Prediction: Namibia
Pitch Condition: Batting
Avg 1st Inning Score: 195
Pitch Report
Captains
Netherlands all-rounder Sybrand Engelbrecht has amassed 49 runs in 38 balls against Nepal. Furthermore, he scalped two wickets with the ball in his two-over spell.
Batting at no.5, Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton amassed 101 runs in only 36 balls, featuring 11 fours and eight sixes against Nepal. Additionally, he scalped two wickets with the ball to showcase his all-round skills.
Top
Jan Frylinck is another all-rounder who can give valuable points with both bat and ball. He could score only five runs with the bat, but scalped two wickets in the series opener.
Netherlands opening batter Michael Levitt scored 54 valuable runs vs Nepal, including six fours and three sixes. Moreover, he can roll his arm as well in the middle overs.
Budget
Left-arm pacer Ruben Trumpelmann pocketed four wickets against Nepal, conceding 29 runs in 3.5 overs. He would be one of the most valuable bowlers in this game.
Namibia opening batter Malan Kruger accumulated 59* runs in 48 balls, featuring six fours and two sixes. He would be eyeing another good knock in this encounter.
DISCLAIMER
This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.
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