Namibia vs Ireland, 2nd ODI 2026: Fixture, Match Details, Scorecard and Result
Cricket
Namibia won by 31 runs
Namibia won by 31 runs
- Starts
- October 24, 2026 · 7:00 pm
- Teams
- Namibia vs Ireland
- Venue
- Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek
- Where to watch
- FanCode
Result: Namibia won by 31 runs
Cricket fans witnessed an exciting contest between Namibia and Ireland in the second ODI of Ireland’s tour of Namibia 2026. The match took place on Saturday, October 24, at Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek, with both teams looking to strengthen their position in the five-match ODI series.
After losing the opening ODI, Namibia responded with an impressive all-round performance. Captain Gerhard Erasmus led from the front with a magnificent unbeaten 156, helping Namibia post 321/6 in 50 overs. Ireland fought back during the chase, but Namibia’s bowlers kept taking important wickets to secure a 31-run victory.
The win levelled the five-match series at 1–1 and gave Namibia valuable momentum heading into the remaining matches.
Namibia vs Ireland 2nd ODI 2026: Match Details
| Match Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | Namibia vs Ireland, 2nd ODI |
| Series | Ireland Tour of Namibia 2026 |
| Date | Saturday, October 24, 2026 |
| Venue | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek, Namibia |
| Scheduled Start Time | 9:30 AM local time |
| Format | One Day International |
| Toss | Ireland won and elected to bowl |
| Namibia Score | 321/6 in 50 overs |
| Ireland Score | 290 all out in 47.3 overs |
| Result | Namibia won by 31 runs |
| Player of the Match | Gerhard Erasmus |
| Series Score | 1–1 |
Namibia vs Ireland 2nd ODI: Match Summary
Ireland won the toss and chose to bowl first, hoping to put Namibia under early pressure. The visitors made an encouraging start by dismissing Louren Steenkamp for a first-ball duck.
However, Namibia recovered through a strong partnership between Jan Frylinck and captain Gerhard Erasmus. Frylinck scored 76 runs from 90 balls, while Erasmus produced a remarkable unbeaten 156 from 125 deliveries.
Their contributions helped Namibia finish with 321/6 in 50 overs, setting Ireland a challenging target of 322 runs.
Ireland’s chase began positively, with captain Paul Stirling scoring 77. Curtis Campher and George Dockrell also contributed useful runs, but Namibia continued to take wickets at crucial moments.
Ireland were eventually dismissed for 290 in 47.3 overs, handing Namibia a 31-run victory.
When Is the Next Namibia vs Ireland ODI?
Following the second ODI, Namibia and Ireland are scheduled to meet again on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, in the third ODI of the series.
The match is scheduled to take place at High Performance Oval in Windhoek, with a local start time of 9:30 AM.
With the series level at 1–1, the third ODI provides both teams with another opportunity to take the lead in the five-match contest.
Where to Follow Namibia vs Ireland Match Updates
Cricket fans can follow the remaining fixtures, scorecards, and match updates through the official cricket boards and established cricket platforms.
For verified match information, visit:
- Cricket Ireland’s official website.
- The International Cricket Council’s official website.
- Cricbuzz for scorecards and ball-by-ball commentary.
Conclusion
The second ODI between Namibia and Ireland delivered a strong response from the home side. Gerhard Erasmus’s outstanding unbeaten 156 and Namibia’s disciplined bowling proved decisive in securing a 31-run win.
With the series now tied at 1–1, attention turns to the third ODI on October 27. Both teams will be eager to build on their performances as the contest continues in Windhoek.
