NAM vs CAN 3rd T20I Match Prediction & Analysis – Namibia vs Canada, 5-Match T20I Series 2025

NAM vs CAN Today Match Prediction: The 3rd T20 of the 5-match series between Namibia (NAM) and Canada (CAN) will be played at Namibia Cricket Ground. Namibia is leading the series and comes into this match with confidence after securing a 3-wicket victory in the previous game.

Can Canada make a strong comeback, or will Namibia continue its winning momentum?

In this Match prediction article, we provide you with team previews, key players, probable playing XI, pitch conditions, and match-winning predictions.

NAM vs CAN Today Match Prediction – Team Analysis

Namibia (NAM)

Namibia has shown a strong performance in the series, winning the previous match by 3 wickets. Their all-rounders and bowlers have been in top form, making them the favourites for this game.

Strengths:

• A balanced team with solid all-rounders like JJ Smit and Gerhard Erasmus.
• Ruben Trumpelmann’s ability to take early wickets.
• Good middle-order stability with Loftie-Eaton and Jan Frylinck.

Weaknesses:

• Batting under pressure can be inconsistent.
• The opening pair needs a strong start to avoid early collapses.

Canada (CAN)

Canada has struggled in this series, but their bowlers, especially Shahid Ahmadzai, have been performing well. They need a better batting effort to put Namibia under pressure.

Strengths:

• Strong top-order with Yuvraj Samra and Navneet Dhaliwal.
• Shahid Ahmadzai’s wicket-taking form is crucial.
• Decent all-rounders like Harsh Thaker and Saad Bin Zafar.

Weaknesses:

• Batting collapses under pressure.
• Lack of depth in the bowling attack beyond Ahmadzai and Sana.

Top Players in NAM vs CAN

Batters:

• Yuvraj Samra (CAN) – 37 runs in the 2nd T20I
• Nicol Loftie-Eaton (NAM) – 36 runs in the 2nd T20I
• JJ Smit (NAM) – 33 runs in the 2nd T20I

Bowlers:

• Shahid Ahmadzai (CAN) – 4 wickets in the previous game
• Ruben Trumpelmann (NAM) – 4 wickets in the 2nd T20I
• Gerhard Erasmus (NAM) – 4 wickets in the previous game

NAM vs CAN: Probable Playing XIs

NAM vs CAN Pitch Report & Weather 

Pitch Report & Weather Conditions – Namibia Cricket Ground

Pitch Analysis

• Pitch Type: Balanced surface
• Average 1st Innings Score: 160
• Pace vs Spin: Pacers dominate early on, but spinners get assistance as the game progresses.
• Chasing Difficulty: The pitch slows down in the second innings, making chasing tricky.

Weather Forecast

• Temperature: 28°C
• Humidity: 45%
• Wind Speed: 12 km/h
• Rain Probability: 10% (Minimal chance of rain)

The pitch is expected to favour batters early, with some assistance for spinners in the latter half of the innings.

Fantasy Cricket Tips – NAM vs CAN

Fantasy Prediction Scenarios – NAM vs CAN

Scenario 1 – If NAM bats first

• First Innings Score Prediction: NAM is expected to score 180-200 runs
• Result Prediction: NAM will win the match by 15-25 runs

Scenario 2 – If CAN bats first

• First Innings Score Prediction: CAN is expected to score 120-140 runs
• Result Prediction: NAM will win the match by 5 wickets

Final Prediction: Who Will Win?

Prediction: Namibia to win

Namibia has a stronger bowling unit and more in-form all-rounders, which gives them the upper hand. Trumpelmann, Smit, and Erasmus will be key players in guiding them to another victory in the series.