Botswana vs Namibia T20I all matches are primarily contested at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek, a venue that has hosted 44 T20I matches since its first game on 2021-04-05.
Namibia has been the most active team at this ground with 27 matches, while the venue has recorded a highest team total of 245/2 by the United Arab Emirates and a highest individual score of 108 by HG Munsey.
Overview
The Botswana vs Namibia T20I rivalry represents a growing competitive dynamic in African cricket, with the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek serving as a primary stage for their encounters. This venue has hosted 33 T20I matches between 19 March 2025 and 30 May 2026, providing a concentrated dataset for analyzing head-to-head performance. Botswana has played 11 matches in this specific context, facing Namibia in a series of contests that highlight the evolving strength of both national sides.
Windhoek’s Namibia Cricket Ground is a significant hub for T20I cricket, having hosted 44 matches in total from 5 April 2021 to 18 April 2026. Namibia is the most active team at this venue, featuring in 27 of these matches. The ground has witnessed extreme scoring variations, with the highest team total being 245/2 by the United Arab Emirates on 29 September 2024. In contrast, the lowest team total recorded is 33/2 by Nigeria on 24 November 2023.
Individual performances at the venue have also been notable. HG Munsey scored the highest individual batting score of 108 on 18 April 2026. On the bowling front, JJ Smit achieved the best bowling figures of 6/7 on 10 April 2022. These records underscore the venue’s capacity to produce both high-scoring chases and dominant individual displays, making it a key location for T20I statistics and player matchups.
Venue Records at Namibia Cricket Ground
The Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek has hosted a substantial volume of T20I cricket, with 44 matches recorded in the dataset. The venue's activity spans from April 2021 to April 2026, establishing it as a consistent fixture for international fixtures. Namibia is the most active team at this location, having participated in 27 of the total matches.
Statistical extremes at the ground highlight the variability of conditions. The highest team total recorded is 245/2, achieved by the United Arab Emirates on 2024-09-29. In contrast, the lowest team total is 33/2, posted by Nigeria on 2023-11-24. These figures define the range of scoring potential observed during the period covered by the records.
Individual performances have also reached notable milestones. HG Munsey scored the highest individual batting score of 108 on 2026-04-18. On the bowling front, JJ Smit recorded the best bowling figures of 6/7 on 2022-04-10. These records stand as the current benchmarks for individual excellence at the venue based on the available match data.
What are the individual batting and bowling records at this venue?
Individual batting performances at the Namibia Cricket Ground have reached significant milestones. The highest individual score recorded at this venue is 164 runs, achieved by Hamza Khan of Rwanda on 2026-05-24. This innings stands as the benchmark for batting excellence at the ground, surpassing other notable contributions such as the 108 runs scored by HG Munsey on 2026-04-18.
Bowling records at the venue also reflect exceptional performances. The best bowling figures are 7 wickets for 4 runs, taken by S Gill on 2026-05-28. This spell represents the most dominant individual bowling effort in the ground's history. Other strong bowling displays include the 6 wickets for 7 runs achieved by JJ Smit on 2022-04-10.
Match History and Context
The statistical record for the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek spans a period from 2021 through 2026. Data indicates that 44 T20I matches have been contested at this venue, with the first recorded fixture taking place on 2021-04-05 and the most recent on 2026-04-18. While the specific head-to-head series between Botswana and Namibia is the focus of this analysis, the broader dataset reflects the ground's status as a primary hub for regional cricket. Namibia has been the most active team at this location, participating in 27 of the total matches held there.
Performance extremes at the venue demonstrate the varying conditions faced by visiting teams. The highest team total recorded is 245/2, achieved by the United Arab Emirates on 2024-09-29. In contrast, the lowest team total is 33/2, set by Nigeria on 2023-11-24. These figures provide context for the scoring patterns observed in the Botswana versus Namibia encounters, which fall within this broader statistical range. The data does not specify individual match scores for the Botswana-Namibia series, but the venue's overall record offers a benchmark for team performance.
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest team total at the Namibia Cricket Ground?
The highest team total is 245/2, scored by the United Arab Emirates on 2024-09-29.
Who holds the record for the highest individual batting score at this venue?
HG Munsey holds the record with a score of 108, achieved on 2026-04-18.
What are the best bowling figures recorded at the Namibia Cricket Ground?
The best bowling figures are 6/7, bowled by JJ Smit on 2022-04-10.
Which team has played the most matches at the Namibia Cricket Ground?
Namibia is the most active team at the venue, having played 27 matches.
When was the first T20I match played at the Namibia Cricket Ground?
The first match at the venue took place on 2021-04-05.
Summary
The Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek has hosted 44 T20I matches between 2021-04-05 and 2026-04-18. Key records include a highest team total of 245/2 by the United Arab Emirates, a lowest team total of 33/2 by Nigeria, and a highest individual score of 108 by HG Munsey.