Ireland will look to tighten their grip on the five-match ODI series when they take on Namibia in the 2nd ODI at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The tourists made the perfect start to the Ireland tour of Namibia 2026, winning the series opener by 55 runs — a result that also marked the first-ever ODI meeting between these two sides.
Namibia have had plenty of home ODI cricket in recent times, including their ICC CWC League Two meeting with the USA, and will be desperate to bounce back in front of their own supporters. Ireland, led by a captain in fine form, have the chance to go 2-0 up and keep the pressure on a developing Namibian outfit.
Match Details
| Match | Namibia vs Ireland, 2nd ODI |
| Date | Saturday, October 24, 2026 |
| Start Time | 1:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek |
| Series | Ireland tour of Namibia 2026 — five-match ODI series (Ireland lead 1-0) |
Squads & Probable Playing XIs
Both teams are likely to stick with largely unchanged combinations after the series opener, with the final playing XIs to be confirmed at the toss in Windhoek.
Namibia – Probable XI
- Michael van Lingen
- Louren Steenkamp
- Jan Frylinck
- Gerhard Erasmus (c)
- Zane Green (wk)
- Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton
- JJ Smit
- Waldo Smith
- Jack Brassell
- Ruben Trumpelmann
- Bernard Scholtz
Ireland – Probable XI
- Andrew Balbirnie
- Paul Stirling (c)
- Cade Carmichael
- Harry Tector
- Lorcan Tucker (wk)
- Curtis Campher
- George Dockrell
- Andy McBrine
- Gavin Hoey
- Liam McCarthy
- Jai Moondra
Head-to-Head Record
The 1st ODI on October 22, 2026, was the first-ever ODI meeting between Namibia and Ireland. Ireland posted 229/9 in their 50 overs, built around captain Paul Stirling’s 56 off 71 balls and Cade Carmichael’s 45, before bowling Namibia out for 174 in 37.5 overs. Gavin Hoey led the Irish attack with 3/29, supported by two wickets apiece for Jai Moondra and George Dockrell, while Louren Steenkamp’s 26 was the top score for the hosts.
The ODI head-to-head therefore reads one match played, one win for Ireland — and Namibia will be highly motivated to level things on Saturday. Associate ODI cricket has been producing some tight finishes lately, as Nepal’s 10-run thriller against Oman showed, so the visitors cannot afford to take anything for granted.
Pitch & Weather Report
The Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek is a balanced surface — the average first-innings score hovers around the 253–260 mark, and hit-the-deck seamers can find assistance early in the innings. That said, the relatively small outfield keeps the batters interested, and sides that build partnerships have been able to post competitive totals here.
Weather is expected to play no part in the contest. Conditions in Windhoek are forecast to be mostly clear, with temperatures around 32°C and no rain expected, so a full 100-over game is firmly on the cards.
Where to Watch / Live Streaming
The Namibia vs Ireland 2nd ODI will be streamed live on the FanCode app and website for viewers in India. Fans are advised to check the FanCode schedule for exact streaming details on match day.
FAQs
When is the Namibia vs Ireland 2nd ODI?
The match is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, 2026, with the first ball at 1:00 PM IST.
Where is the match being played?
The 2nd ODI will be played at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek, Namibia.
What is the current series score?
Ireland lead the five-match ODI series 1-0 after winning the series opener by 55 runs.
What happened in the 1st ODI between Namibia and Ireland?
Ireland scored 229/9, led by Paul Stirling’s 56, and bowled Namibia out for 174 to win by 55 runs. Gavin Hoey took 3/29, and the game was the first-ever ODI between the two sides.
Where can I watch the Namibia vs Ireland 2nd ODI live?
In India, the match will be streamed live on the FanCode app and website.
Summary
Ireland start as favourites after a professional 55-run win in the series opener, with Paul Stirling’s half-century and Gavin Hoey’s three-wicket haul setting the tone. But Namibia at home are a proud side, and with the series on the line they will back themselves to level things at 1-1 in Windhoek. Expect another competitive day of associate ODI cricket, with live coverage and ball-by-ball updates available via ESPNcricinfo.
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