The Namibia T20I Tri-Series 2026 rolls on at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek, with South Africa and Zimbabwe meeting for the second time in the competition in the 4th Match. Both sides will look to build on their earlier results in the round-robin phase as the race for a final spot heats up. Here’s the complete guide to the South Africa vs Zimbabwe 4th Match — schedule, probable Playing XIs, the previous result between the two sides, and answers to the most-searched cricket questions right now.
Match Snapshot
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | 4th Match, South Africa vs Zimbabwe |
| Tournament | Namibia T20I Tri-Series 2026 (Namibia, South Africa, Zimbabwe) |
| Venue | Namibia Cricket Ground (FNB Namibia Cricket Ground), Windhoek |
| Match date | Tuesday, 1 September 2026 |
| Start time | 5:30 PM local time / 12:00 PM GMT (2:00 PM as listed on some broadcaster schedules) |
| Format | Twenty20 International (T20I), with ICC T20I ranking points |
| South Africa captain | Bjorn Fortuin |
| Zimbabwe captain | Sikandar Raza |
| Earlier meeting in this series | 2nd Match, 29 August 2026, Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek |
Full Namibia T20I Tri-Series 2026 Schedule
| Match | Fixture | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Match | Namibia vs South Africa | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek | 28 August 2026 |
| 2nd Match | South Africa vs Zimbabwe | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek | 29 August 2026 |
| 3rd Match | Namibia vs Zimbabwe | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek | 31 August 2026 |
| 4th Match | South Africa vs Zimbabwe | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek | 1 September 2026 |
| 5th Match | Namibia vs Zimbabwe | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek | 3 September 2026 |
| 6th Match | Namibia vs South Africa | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek | 4 September 2026 |
| Final | Top 2 teams | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek | 6 September 2026 |
Once the T20I tri-series ends, South Africa remain in Windhoek to play a three-match ODI series against Namibia from 9 to 13 September 2026 — the first-ever ODI series between the two nations.
Previous Result Between South Africa and Zimbabwe
South Africa and Zimbabwe already crossed paths once in this very tri-series, in the 2nd Match on 29 August 2026 at the same Namibia Cricket Ground — this 4th Match is a rematch of that earlier fixture, so the result of that game (and where it leaves both sides in the points table) sets the context heading into this contest.
Looking further back, the two sides’ most recent completed meeting before this tri-series came at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, in a Super Eights fixture in Delhi on 1 March 2026. Zimbabwe, batting first, posted 153/7 thanks to a fighting 73 off 43 balls from captain Sikandar Raza, but South Africa chased the target down comfortably, winning by 5 wickets with 13 balls to spare, led by contributions from Ryan Rickelton (31) and Dewald Brevis (42).
Overall, South Africa hold a dominant head-to-head record in T20Is against Zimbabwe, having won 7 of their last 8 completed matches, with 1 game ending without a result.
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Likely Playing XI — 4th Match, South Africa vs Zimbabwe
South Africa (probable)
| No. | Player | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lhuan-dré Pretorius | Opening batter |
| 2 | Tony de Zorzi | Opening batter |
| 3 | Dewald Brevis | Top-order batter |
| 4 | Connor Esterhuizen | Batter |
| 5 | Jordan Hermann / Rubin Hermann | Batter |
| 6 | Jason Smith | All-rounder |
| 7 | Duan Jansen | All-rounder |
| 8 | Nqobani Mokoena (wk) | Wicketkeeper-batter |
| 9 | Bjorn Fortuin (capt) | Spinner |
| 10 | Kwena Maphaka | Fast bowler |
| 11 | Lutho Sipamla / Nqaba Peter | Fast bowler |
Zimbabwe (probable)
| No. | Player | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk) | Opening batter |
| 2 | Brian Bennett | Opening batter |
| 3 | Ben Curran | Top-order batter |
| 4 | Sikandar Raza (capt) | All-rounder |
| 5 | Wessly Madhevere | All-rounder |
| 6 | Ryan Burl | All-rounder |
| 7 | Dion Myers | Batter/wicketkeeper option |
| 8 | Wellington Masakadza | Spinner |
| 9 | Blessing Muzarabani | Fast bowler |
| 10 | Richard Ngarava | Fast bowler |
| 11 | Brad Evans / Newman Nyamhuri | Fast bowler |
Team combinations for this match may shift slightly depending on results and workload management from the 2nd and 3rd Match fixtures earlier in the week, with both sides expected to rotate a few bowlers given the packed schedule of matches in quick succession.
Full Squads
South Africa squad: Bjorn Fortuin (capt), Eathan Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Tony de Zorzi, Connor Esterhuizen, Jordan Hermann, Rubin Hermann, Duan Jansen, Kwena Maphaka, Nqobani Mokoena, Nqaba Peter, Lhuan-dré Pretorius, Lutho Sipamla, Jason Smith, Prenelan Subrayen.
Zimbabwe squad (recent core group): Sikandar Raza (capt), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Tanaka Chivanga, Ben Curran, Brad Evans, Wessly Madhevere, Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk), Wellington Masakadza, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Newman Nyamhuri, Milton Shumba, Tafadzwa Tsiga.
South Africa have named the same 15-player squad for both the T20I tri-series and the ODI series that follows against Namibia.
Why This Series Matters
Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe are set to co-host the 2027 Cricket World Cup, making this tri-series a significant part of preparations across the region. The tournament is also seen as the first step towards a proposed Africa Cup, an initiative backed by the Africa Cricket Association to build a structured, high-quality competition platform for African cricket nations, with plans for the three boards to host the event on a rotational basis going forward. Every match carries ICC T20I team ranking points, adding extra weight to results in the standings.
Q1. Where will the South Africa vs Zimbabwe 4th Match be played? The match will be played at the Namibia Cricket Ground (also known as the FNB Namibia Cricket Ground) in Windhoek.
Q2. What is the date of the South Africa vs Zimbabwe 4th Match? The 4th Match of the Namibia T20I Tri-Series 2026 is scheduled for Tuesday, 1 September 2026, starting at 5:30 PM local time (12:00 PM GMT).
Q3. Who won the last match between South Africa and Zimbabwe? South Africa and Zimbabwe already met once in this tri-series, in the 2nd Match on 29 August 2026 at the same venue. Before that, in their last completed meeting at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, South Africa won by 5 wickets, chasing down Zimbabwe’s 153/7 in Delhi.
Q4. Which teams are playing in the Namibia T20I Tri-Series 2026? The tri-series features hosts Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe, running from 28 August to 6 September 2026, all at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek.
Q5. Is South Africa playing an ODI series against Namibia too? Yes. After the T20I tri-series, South Africa remain in Windhoek for a three-match ODI series against Namibia from 9 to 13 September 2026 — the first-ever ODI series between the two countries.
Q6. Who are the captains of South Africa and Zimbabwe in this series? Bjorn Fortuin has been named South Africa’s T20I captain for this tour, while Sikandar Raza continues to lead Zimbabwe across formats.
Q7. Why has South Africa sent a young/second-string squad to Namibia? South Africa head coach Shukri Conrad confirmed the trip is aimed at giving emerging players international experience, with several senior players rested ahead of a busy season that includes tours involving Australia, Bangladesh, and England later in the year.
Q8. How have South Africa and Zimbabwe fared historically in T20Is? South Africa hold a dominant head-to-head record, having won 7 of their last 8 completed T20I matches against Zimbabwe, with 1 game ending without a result.
Q9. What is the format and importance of the Namibia T20I Tri-Series 2026? It is a seven-match round-robin T20I tournament with a final, carrying ICC T20I ranking points, and is viewed as a precursor to a proposed Africa Cup as well as a preparation exercise for the three co-hosts of the 2027 Cricket World Cup.
Q10. Where can I watch the Namibia T20I Tri-Series 2026 live? Coverage details vary by region; fans are advised to check the official broadcaster listings for Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe closer to match day for live streaming and TV information.
Quick Reference Table — Related Fixtures at a Glance
| Series | Format | Venues | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Namibia T20I Tri-Series 2026 (NAM, SA, ZIM) | T20I | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek | 28 August – 6 September 2026 |
| South Africa tour of Namibia (ODIs) | ODI | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek | 9–13 September 2026 |
Schedules, squads, and probable Playing XIs are subject to change closer to the toss due to fitness updates, workload management, or team management decisions. Please check official broadcaster channels on match day for the confirmed Playing XI.
