The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is set to begin this weekend, and teams are playing their final warm-up matches to settle combinations and gain match rhythm. Match 16, the last warm-up game of the tournament, will see Namibia take on India A in Bengaluru.
Both teams come into this match after producing high-scoring wins in their previous warm-up games. With flat conditions on offer once again, fans can expect another run-fest before the main tournament begins.
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India A
India A showcased their batting firepower in the previous warm-up match by scoring 238 runs against the USA. N. Jagadeesan played a brilliant century, while captain Ayush Badoni provided explosive support in the middle order.
The team is packed with IPL-experienced players, making them dangerous in batting-friendly conditions. Bowling, however, remains a concern after conceding plenty of runs in their last outing.
Key Strengths
- Powerful and deep batting lineup
- Several IPL-experienced players
- Strong finishing ability
Key Concerns
- Bowling consistency
- Death-over control
Namibia
Namibia were equally impressive in their opening warm-up game, scoring 226 runs against Scotland. Jan Frylinck and Louren Steenkamp played key roles with the bat, giving Namibia a flying start.
Namibia have already played at this venue, which gives them a slight advantage in understanding pitch behavior. However, like India A, their bowling struggled to contain runs.
Key Strengths
- Confident top order
- Familiarity with venue
- Multiple all-rounders
Key Concerns
- Bowling under pressure
- Containing big hitters
NAM vs IND-A Match Details
| Match Info | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Warm-up Matches |
| Match | Namibia vs India A – Match 16 |
| Date | Friday, 6 February 2026 |
| Time | 05:00 PM IST |
| Venue | BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground 1, Bengaluru |
Head-to-Head Record
| Teams | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| India A | 0 |
| Namibia | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
First-ever meeting
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Last 5 Matches |
|---|---|
| India A | W |
| Namibia | W, W, L, W, W |
Weather & Pitch Report – Bengaluru
Weather
- Temperature: 23–24°C
- Humidity: 60–70%
- Rain: No rain expected
Pitch
- Flat, batting-friendly surface
- Big scores likely
- Spinners may get help later
- Bowling-first teams have struggled
BCCI Centre of Excellence – T20 Stats
| Record | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 3 |
| Bat First Wins | 3 |
| Bat Second Wins | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 185–190 |
| Highest Score | 226/4 |
| Lowest Score | 159/7 |
Predicted Playing XI
India A
- Priyansh Arya
- Narayan Jagadeesan (wk)
- Naman Dhir
- Ayush Badoni (c)
- Riyan Parag
- Ashutosh Sharma
- Khaleel Ahmed
- Urvil Patel
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Mayank Yadav
- Manav Suthar
Namibia
- Louren Steenkamp
- Jan Frylinck
- Gerhard Erasmus (c)
- JJ Smit
- Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton
- Ruben Trumpelmann
- Zane Green (wk)
- Bernard Scholtz
- Ben Shikongo
- Dylan Leicher
- Jack Brassell
Dream11 Fantasy Tips
Small League (Safe Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options
- Gerhard Erasmus
- Riyan Parag
- Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton
- Priyansh Arya
Grand League (High-Risk Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options
- JJ Smit
- Jan Frylinck
- Narayan Jagadeesan
- Ayush Badoni
NAM vs IND-A Dream11 Team Prediction – Who Will Win?
Both teams possess strong batting lineups, and the Bengaluru surface is ideal for stroke play. Namibia’s familiarity with the venue gives them confidence, but India A’s overall quality and depth stand out.
With multiple IPL-level batters and explosive potential throughout the order, India A are better equipped to dominate another high-scoring contest.
Predicted Winner: India A
Injury Update
| Team | Status |
|---|---|
| Namibia | No injury updates |
| India A | No injury updates |
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