Pakistan vs Namibia Highlights, T20 World Cup Match 35 | Feb 18: Pakistan Defend 199 to Crush Namibia by 102 Runs at Sinhalese Sports Club

PAK vs NAM 35th T20 World Cup Match Highlights saw Pakistan put on a commanding performance to beat Namibia by 102 runs at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo. With this win, Pakistan strengthened their position in Group A, moving to second place, while Namibia remains fifth after the match. Sahibzada Farhan’s unbeaten century powered Pakistan to a competitive total, setting up a comfortable victory.

Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat on a surface that offered consistent bounce and true pace. The openers gave the innings a steady start, with Saim Ayub and Farhan combining for a 40-run opening stand before Ayub fell in the sixth over. The middle order, led by Salman Agha and Khawaja Nafay, accelerated the scoring, with Farhan maintaining a high strike rate throughout. Shadab Khan’s support in the final overs ensured Pakistan crossed the 190-run mark, finishing at 199/3.

Namibia’s chase struggled from the outset, losing early wickets in the powerplay to disciplined bowling from Mohammad Nawaz and Salman Mirza. Louren Steenkamp offered some resistance with 23 runs, but regular dismissals prevented any sustained partnerships. Shadab Khan and Usman Tariq exploited gaps effectively, applying pressure across the middle overs and forcing Namibia to falter at 97 all out in 17.3 overs.

The bowlers maintained control with tight lines and strategic use of variations. Shadab Khan’s three-wicket haul and Usman Tariq’s four wickets highlighted Pakistan’s adaptability and depth, while the spin duo of Nawaz and Ashraf kept scoring in check. Namibia’s inability to rotate the strike and capitalize on starts ultimately left them short of the target.

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Toss Winner:

Winning the toss, Pakistan chose to open the innings with the bat.

Key Moment:

The decisive turning point came in the middle overs when Shadab Khan and Usman Tariq struck in quick succession, reducing Namibia from 49/4 to 81/7, effectively ending any chance of a comeback.

Star Performer / MVP:

Sahibzada Farhan defined the match with an unbeaten 100 off 58 balls, anchoring Pakistan’s innings and setting a challenging total.

PAK vs NAM Match Summary

PAK vs NAM Playing XI

Pakistan: Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Salman Agha, Khawaja Nafay, Shadab Khan, Babar Azam, Usman Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Salman Mirza, Usman Tariq

Namibia: Louren Steenkamp, Jan Frylinck, Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Gerhard Erasmus, Alexander Busing-Volschenk, JJ Smit, Zane Green, Ruben Trumpelmann, Willem Myburgh, Bernard Scholtz, Jack Brassell

FAQs – Yesterday’s PAK vs NAM 35th Match (Feb 18, 2026)

Q1: What was the final score of yesterday’s PAK vs NAM match?
A1: Yesterday (Feb 18, 2026): 35th Match
Pakistan (199/3 in 20 overs) beat Namibia (97 in 17.3 overs) by 102 runs.
Pakistan: Sahibzada Farhan scored 100*, Shadab Khan took 3 wickets
Namibia: Usman Tariq took 4 wickets
Result: Pakistan strengthened its position in Group A, while Namibia remained fifth.

Q2: Who was named the Player of the Match?
A2: Sahibzada Farhan was named the Player of the Match for his unbeaten 100 off 58 balls, anchoring Pakistan’s innings and leading them to a strong total.

Q3: Where was the match played, and who won the toss?
A3: The match was played at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo. Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat first.

Q4: Who were the top performers with the bat for both sides?
A4: For Pakistan, Sahibzada Farhan top-scored with 100*. For Namibia, Louren Steenkamp was the leading run-scorer with 23 runs.

Disclaimer: This match highlight is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.

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