England and Namibia faced off in Match 34 of the T20 World Cup 2024 at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua. The game was rain-shortened to 11 overs.
Namibia skipper Gerhard Erasmus won the toss and chose to bowl first against Jos Buttler’s England team. After a slow start in the tournament, England bounced back with a crucial win over Oman, boosting their Net Run Rate significantly. This win put them back in contention for a spot in the Super 8 stage, and they will be looking to carry that momentum forward against Namibia. Buttler will be pleased with the improved bowling performance and the return of strong batting firepower at the top of the order.
Meanwhile, Namibia will be looking to end their campaign on a high note by disrupting England’s plans in the group stage. With players like Gerhard Erasmus, JJ Smit, and David Wiese in their lineup, Namibia will be hoping to put up a strong fight against the English side.
The playing XI for Namibia included Nikolaas Davin, Michael van Lingen, and Jan Frylinck while England fielded a strong lineup with Philip Salt, Jonny Bairstow, and Moeen Ali in their squad. The match is crucial for both teams as they look to secure their place in the next round of competition.
