India National Cricket Team Vs Namibia National Cricket Team Match Scorecard

The India National Cricket Team Vs Namibia National Cricket Team Match Scorecard remains an interesting chapter in ICC tournament history. While India has long been one of cricket’s strongest nations and Namibia continues to grow as an emerging Associate member, their meeting showcased the difference in experience while also highlighting Namibia’s determination on the world stage. Fans searching for this match usually want more than just the final numbers—they want the complete scorecard, standout performances, major moments, records, and the story behind the result. This article covers the full match summary, batting and bowling scorecards, key turning points, head-to-head record, and notable achievements from the contest in a detailed yet easy-to-read format.

Match Summary

Tournament: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021

Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai

Date: November 8, 2021

Format: T20 International

Result: India won by 9 wickets

Player of the Match: Ravindra Jadeja

India finished its T20 World Cup campaign with an emphatic victory over Namibia. Although India had already been eliminated from semifinal contention, the team produced one of its most complete performances of the tournament. Namibia struggled against disciplined Indian bowling before the Indian top order comfortably chased the target with more than four overs remaining.

Full Match Scorecard

First Innings Scorecard (Namibia)

Batter	Runs	Balls	Fours	Sixes
Stephan Baard	21	21	2	1
Michael van Lingen	14	15	2	0
Gerhard Erasmus	12	20	1	0
David Wiese	26	25	2	1
Jan Frylinck	15	15	1	0
JJ Smit	9	10	0	0
Zane Green	0	2	0	0
Ruben Trumpelmann	13*	6	1	1
Others	8	—	—	—
Extras	8	—	—	—
Total	132/8	20 Overs

Bowling Figures (India)

Bowler	Overs	Runs	Wickets
Ravindra Jadeja	4	16	3
Ravichandran Ashwin	4	20	3
Jasprit Bumrah	4	19	2
Mohammed Shami	4	28	0
Rahul Chahar	4	30	0

India’s bowlers attacked from the first over and rarely allowed Namibia to build partnerships. Jadeja and Ashwin dominated the middle overs with accurate lines, forcing Namibia into defensive cricket. Bumrah’s pace at the death ensured the innings never gained momentum.

Second Innings Scorecard (India)

Batter	Runs	Balls	Fours	Sixes
Rohit Sharma	56	37	7	2
KL Rahul	54	36	4	3
Virat Kohli	13*	11	2	0
Extras	10	—	—	—
Total	136/1	15.2 Overs

Bowling Figures (Namibia)

Bowler	Overs	Runs	Wickets
Ruben Trumpelmann	3	31	0
Jan Frylinck	3	28	0
David Wiese	3	22	0
Bernard Scholtz	3	28	1
JJ Smit	2.2	21	0
Gerhard Erasmus	1	6	0

India’s opening pair removed any pressure from the chase by attacking from the outset. Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul combined timing with intelligent strike rotation, putting together a match-winning opening stand.

Fall of Wickets

Namibia

Score	Batter	Over
33	Michael van Lingen	5.1
55	Stephan Baard	8.2
70	Gerhard Erasmus	11.2
95	Jan Frylinck	15.4
96	Zane Green	16.1
101	JJ Smit	17.2
115	David Wiese	18.6
119	Craig Williams	19.2

India

Score	Batter	Over
86	Rohit Sharma	10.2

Match Result

India chased 133 comfortably, finishing on 136/1 in just 15.2 overs to secure a convincing nine-wicket victory. The result ended India’s campaign on a positive note, while Namibia concluded its memorable World Cup journey after gaining valuable experience against elite opposition.

Player of the Match

Ravindra Jadeja

Jadeja’s spell of 3 wickets for 16 runs completely changed the direction of the match. His ability to bowl quickly, maintain pressure, and dismiss key middle-order batters prevented Namibia from reaching a competitive total. He also contributed with his usual energy in the field.

Key Moments

Rohit and Rahul’s explosive opening stand

The Indian openers attacked from the beginning, eliminating any possibility of scoreboard pressure.

Jadeja dominates the middle overs

His three wickets came when Namibia attempted to accelerate, forcing them into a defensive approach.

Ashwin’s comeback performance

Ashwin matched Jadeja with three wickets and consistently challenged Namibia’s batters with flight and variation.

Bumrah’s disciplined finish

His accurate yorkers prevented late hitting, restricting Namibia below 140.

Virat Kohli’s final T20I as captain

This was Kohli’s last match leading India in T20 Internationals, making the victory historically significant.

Match Highlights

Fast start by Namibia

The opening pair showed positive intent before India’s spinners took control.

Spin dominates the contest

Jadeja and Ashwin combined for six wickets while conceding only 36 runs from eight overs.

Clinical Indian batting

Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul played attacking yet controlled innings that removed all uncertainty from the chase.

Excellent fielding

India backed up its bowling with sharp catches and athletic ground fielding throughout the innings.

Records Broken During the Match

Highest opening partnership between India and Namibia

Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul added 86 runs for the first wicket, setting the highest opening stand between the two teams.

Jadeja’s best figures in the tournament

His 3/16 was among India’s finest bowling performances during the 2021 T20 World Cup.

Successful finish to Kohli’s captaincy

Virat Kohli concluded his tenure as India’s T20I captain with a comprehensive victory.

India’s biggest victory margin against Namibia

The nine-wicket win remains India’s largest victory over Namibia in international cricket.

Although the teams have met only once in international cricket, the contest represented another opportunity for an emerging Associate nation to compete against one of the sport’s most successful teams.

Recent Meetings

Date	Tournament	Winner	Margin
8 Nov 2021	ICC Men’s T20 World Cup	India	Won by 9 wickets

Because Namibia only recently established itself as a regular participant in major ICC tournaments, opportunities to play India have been limited. Future ICC events could produce additional meetings as Namibia continues its development.

Major Records

Record	Achievement
Highest Team Total	India – 136/1
Highest Namibia Total vs India	132/8
Highest Individual Score	Rohit Sharma – 56
Best Bowling Figures	Ravindra Jadeja – 3/16
Best Partnership	Rohit Sharma & KL Rahul – 86

These numbers underline India’s all-round dominance while also reflecting Namibia’s fighting spirit in reaching a respectable total despite sustained pressure.

Final Thought

India’s victory over Namibia was more than a routine World Cup win. It marked the end of Virat Kohli’s T20I captaincy, highlighted the value of India’s experienced spin attack, and demonstrated the batting depth that made the chase look effortless. For Namibia, the match represented another important learning experience against world-class opposition. While the scorecard clearly favors India, the encounter also showcased how Associate nations continue to improve through exposure to elite international cricket. As Namibia grows stronger in future ICC events, fans will hope this fixture becomes a more regular feature of the international calendar.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who won the India vs Namibia T20 World Cup 2021 match?

India defeated Namibia by nine wickets after comfortably chasing 133 in 15.2 overs.

2. Who was named Player of the Match?

Ravindra Jadeja received the award for taking 3 wickets for just 16 runs in four economical overs.

3. What score did Namibia make against India?

Namibia scored 132 for 8 in their allotted 20 overs.

4. Who were India’s top scorers in the chase?

Rohit Sharma scored 56 while KL Rahul contributed 54, sharing an 86-run opening partnership.

5. How many international matches have India and Namibia played?

As of now, the two teams have met once in international cricket, with India winning the only encounter.