Pakistan defeated Namibia by 102 runs in the 35th Match, Group A, at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo on February 18, 2026. Pakistan scored 199-3 in their 20 overs before bowling Namibia out for 97 in 17.3 overs. A commanding top-order performance followed by disciplined bowling secured the win.
Match Summary
Pakistan won the toss and chose to bat on a surface offering consistent bounce. The openers started steadily before accelerating in the powerplay, reaching 58-0 after six overs.
The first wicket fell in the eighth over, but Pakistan maintained scoring momentum. A key second-wicket partnership carried the total beyond 120 by the 13th over. The middle overs saw calculated aggression, with boundaries through cover and mid-wicket keeping the run rate above nine per over.
In the final five overs, Pakistan added 56 runs. Controlled finishing ensured the innings closed at 199-3, setting a challenging target of 200.
Namibia’s chase began under pressure. Pakistan’s pace attack struck early, removing the opening batter in the second over. By the end of the powerplay, Namibia were 32-3.
Attempts to rebuild were disrupted by regular wickets. Spin introduced in the middle overs tightened scoring further. Namibia were eventually bowled out for 97 in 17.3 overs, handing Pakistan a 102-run victory.
Key Performances
Pakistan
- Top scorer: 82 runs off 49 balls
- Supporting batter: 54 runs off 31 balls
- Death overs contribution: 56 runs in last five overs
- Leading bowler: 3 wickets
The top-order half-centuries laid the foundation for a strong total. Pakistan’s bowlers maintained control, preventing Namibia from building any significant partnership.
Namibia
- Top scorer: 28 runs
- Best bowling figures: 1/34
Namibia struggled to handle early movement and failed to convert starts into substantial scores. Their bowlers contained briefly in the middle overs but could not prevent late acceleration.
Turning Point of the Match
The turning point came during Namibia’s powerplay when Pakistan took two quick wickets. That early collapse shifted pressure entirely onto the chasing side.
Earlier, Pakistan’s acceleration in the final five overs had already set a target beyond par, reducing Namibia’s margin for recovery.
Full Scorecard / Key Statistics
Pakistan – 199/3 (20 overs)
- Top scorer: 82 (49)
- Second highest: 54 (31)
- Partnerships above 70: 1
- Boundaries: 21
Namibia Bowling
- Best figures: 1/34
- Powerplay conceded: 58 runs
Namibia – 97 all out (17.3 overs)
- Top scorer: 28
- Partnerships above 30: 0
- Extras: 8
Pakistan Bowling
- Leading bowler: 3 wickets
- Economy rate (team average): Under 6
Match Result: Pakistan won by 102 runs.
What This Means
The win strengthens Pakistan’s position in Group A and significantly boosts their net run rate due to the large victory margin. Such results can be decisive in tight group standings.
For Namibia, the heavy defeat increases pressure in remaining fixtures. Improving powerplay stability and middle-order resilience will be key focus areas.
What’s Next
Pakistan continue their Group A campaign with confidence and momentum. Namibia will aim to respond in their next match to stay competitive in qualification calculations.