Namibia and Ireland cricket teams will be crossing paths in the fifth ODI of their five-match series on Sunday, November 1. The match will be hosted by the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek.
The series also marks the decider of Ireland’s five-match tour, considering both teams have won two matches each so far in four ODIs.
Namibia vs Ireland 5th ODI Preview
Ireland won the first ODI by 55 runs last week to take a 1-0 lead in the five-match series. Hosts Namibia fought back in the next two ODIs with convincing wins to attain the series lead for themselves.
As we head into the NAM vs IRE 5th ODI, here is a look at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek pitch report and weather report.
Namibia Cricket Ground Pitch Report for NAM vs IRE 5th ODI, 2026
Criterion
Data
Matches played
8
Matches won by team batting 1st
3
Matches won by team batting 2nd
4
Tied/NR
0/1
Average score batting 1st
219.87
Average score batting 2nd
181.28
Average Run Rate
5.01
% of wickets by pacers
68.51%
% of wickets by spinners
31.48%
(Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek, ODI stats)
The surface at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Namibia has something on offer for all. The surface offers considerable pace and bounce to the fast bowlers, especially with the new ball.
Batters will be required to see off the new ball threat and get a feel of the surface before unleashing their strokes.
While spinners have not been as effective at the venue as pacemen, they might have a huge role to play in the middle overs.
Toss will not factor much into the outcome of the contest, as teams batting first have pretty much enjoyed similar success as chasing sides.
Windhoek weather report for NAM vs IRE 5th ODI, 2026
Criterion
Details
Temperature
31°C
Wind
S 9 km/h
Cloud cover
74%
Probability of precipitation
25%
(Windhoek weather forecast for NAM vs SA, 5th ODI)
As per Accuweather, the temperature will range around 31°C during day time in Windhoek on November 1 during the Namibia vs Ireland fifth ODI match.
Cloud cover indicates that nearly three-quarters of the sky will be covered by clouds during the scheduled match time. There is also slight possibility of rains at the venue, but not enough to warrant any interruption.
All in all, fans can enjoy an entertaining day of cricket in Windhoek on November 1 between the two sides.
Conclusion
Both Namibia and Ireland cricket teams will be aiming to put their best foot forward in the impending series-decider in Windhoek. Fans can expect another moderate-scoring match between the two sides, as has been the case in the series barring the second ODI.
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