Pakistan and Namibia (PAK vs NAM) will share the same ground again on February 18 in Colombo, Sri Lanka, for Match No. 35 of the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup 2026.
This article provides a detailed prediction for the Pakistan vs. Namibia (PAK vs NAM) T20 World Cup match. It also consists of the pitch report, key match statistics, and best probable performers, which also include probable playing XIs and match-winning probabilities.
PAK vs NAM Match Prediction: Who Will Win the 35th Match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026?
Match Details: PAK vs NAM, T20 World Cup 2026.
Match: T20 World Cup 2026, Match Number 35.
Date: Wednesday, February 18
Time: 3.00 PM IST
Venue: SSC cricket ground in Colombo.
Live Streaming: JioHotstar
Live Broadcast: Star Sports Network
PAK vs NAM Head-to-Head Record:
According to head-to-head stats, Pakistan and Namibia faced each other only on one occasion, during the 2021 T20 World Cup 2026, where Pakistan left the field as the winning side.
PAK vs NAM Pitch Report & Conditions:
The pitch in the SSC cricket ground in Colombo is famously known for its spin-friendly nature. The match will start at 3.00 PM IST, under daylight. But during the closing moments, the floodlights can be on. The timing of the match is making the contest more interesting.
PAK vs NAM Weather Report:
According to the weather prediction, on February 18, chances of rain throughout the day. During the match time, an overcast condition is expected. Possibilities of thunderstorms are also there.
PAK vs NAM T20 World Cup 2026 probable XIs:
Pakistan Probable Playing XI: Saim Ayub, Sahabzada Farhan, Salman Ali Agha (Capt), Babar Azam, Usman Khan, Shadab Khan, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Salman Mirza, Abrar Ahmed, Usman Tariq.
Namibia Probable Playing XI: Louren Steenkamp, Jan Frylinck, Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Gerhard Erasmus (c), JJ Smit, Zane Green (wk), Dylan Leicher, Ruben Trumpelmann, Willem Myburgh, Bernard Scholtz, and Max Heingo.
Toss Impact:
The toss will be very crucial because of the weather. As there is a high chance of rain hampering the match, the team winning the toss can choose to bowl first.
Form and Fitness:
There is no confirmation about any injury or fitness-related issues in front of these two camps.
PAK vs NAM score Prediction:
If we put the weather forecast aside and predict a score purely based on batting strengths and a possible spin-friendly track, a total of 160 or above can be considered competitive enough for this particular match.
PAK vs NAM Players to Perform Prediction:
PAK Key Players: Sahabzada Farhan, Salman Ali Agha, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Abrar Ahmed, and Usman Tariq.
NAM Key Players: Jan Frylinck, Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Gerhard Erasmus, Ruben Trumpelmann, Willem Myburgh.
PAK vs NAM: Best Batter Prediction:
PAK: Sahabzada Farhan or Salman Ali Agha.
NAM: Jan Frylinck or Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton.
PAK vs NAM Best Bowler Prediction:
PAK: Shaheen Afridi or Usman Tariq.
NAM: Ruben Trumpelmann or Willem Myburgh.
Conclusion: Who Will Win the PAK vs NAM T20 World Cup Match?
By far, the Pakistan cricket team is superior to their opponent, Namibia. On February 18, Pakistan will be the favourite side to win the match.
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