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South Africa beat Zimbabwe in Tri-series final. [Source - Cricket Namibia]
In a remarkable achievement, South Africa emerged as the champions of the Namibia T20I Tri-Series 2026. A brilliant batting effort followed by disciplined bowling helped South Africa beat Zimbabwe by 48 runs in the final in Windhoek.
Zimbabwe enjoyed a promising run throughout the tri-series, with Brad Evans stepping up as their hero during the final. However, his efforts were not enough as South Africa secured their biggest T20I victory over Zimbabwe.
South Africa Register Biggest T20I Win vs Zimbabwe in Namibia Tri-Series Final
South Africa had a brilliant Namibia T20I tri-series 2026, winning 4 of their 5 matches and defeated Zimbabwe by 48 runs in the final to clinch the series, securing their biggest win over the African rivals in T20I history.
Biggest Win for South Africa vs Zimbabwe in T20Is (by runs)
- 48 runs - Windhoek, 2026, Today*
- 43 runs - Windhoek, 2026
- 34 runs - KuGumpo City, 2018
After posting 205 on the board while batting first in the tri-series final, South Africa restricted Zimbabwe to 157, bowling them out with two overs remaining. It surpassed their previous record of a 43-run victory, which they achieved earlier in Windhoek in this tri-series.
Brad Evans' Record-Breaking Knock Could Not Save Zimbabwe
Amid South Africa’s triumphant run to the tri-series title, Zimbabwe had little to celebrate, but Brad Evans delivered a standout all-round performance, first shining with the ball by claiming two crucial wickets for 36 runs in his 4 overs.
Evans then produced a remarkable counterattack with Zimbabwe six wickets down for 57. Batting at No. 8, he smashed his maiden T20I half-century in just 29 balls and shared a crucial 52-run ninth-wicket stand.
Highest Individual Scores At Number 8 or Lower for Zimbabwe in T20Is
- 56* – Brad Evans vs South Africa in Windhoek, 2026, Today*
- 43 – Brad Evans vs West Indies in Mumbai, 2026
- 37* – Brad Evans vs Namibia in Windhoek, 2026
- 35 – Luke Jongwe vs Bangladesh in Harare, 2022
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The Zimbabwe all-rounder remained unbeaten on 56 off 31 balls as his team eventually collapsed for 157. His knock became Zimbabwe’s highest score by a No. 8 or lower batter in T20Is, surpassing his previous 43 against West Indies in Mumbai earlier this year.
South Africa Complete Remarkable Turnaround to Lift Tri-Series Title
South Africa won the Namibia T20I Tri-Series, registering a record win against Zimbabwe, but their campaign did not start well. They suffered a defeat against Namibia in the opening game of the tri-series.
However, South Africa responded strongly, winning four consecutive matches, including the record win against Zimbabwe in the final, to complete a remarkable turnaround. Despite Brad Evans’ heroic resistance with the bat, South Africa held their nerves to secure the tri-series.
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