CN to host SA in Castle Lite Series
The Castle Lite series will see Namibia going head-to-head against South Africa starting this weekend.
LIMBA MUPETAMI
WINDHOEK
The Eagles will be facing neighbouring South Africa in a six-match tournament, three T20s and three 50-over matches at the Wanderers cricket ground.
This is an exciting time for Namibia to host a competitive emerging South African team, which is aligned with Cricket Namibia's (CN) obligation to bring high-quality cricket to supporters.
Big stage awaits
The T20 World Cup is six months away and the Eagles are using every opportunity to prepare for the big event.
Their mission is to improve in every department; batting, bowling, fielding, physical, and mental wellness to keep striving for a better performance on field.
Head coach Pierre de Bruyn said: “Having the opportunity to host the SA emerging team is not only the first time in many years, but also a great chance for the Eagles to measure ourselves against a team from a test-playing nation.
“These emerging players are the next crop of players to represent the Proteas in the future. For the Eagles, we are excited for the challenge and we will build and compete with confidence and pride. The Eagles showed a lot of character and courage during the Uganda series and we will build on that.”
Building on Uganda's success
CN CEO Johan Muller emphasised the importance for both entities to grow the mutual relationship to enhance both CN and CSA programmes.
“International cricket is on the increase and it is important that our team is ready for the start of the Cricket World League 2 Tri-Series, but also ensure that our continuous preparation towards the World Cup stays on track. We are fresh from a successful series against Uganda and was pleased to see that the work during the Covid-19 pandemic paid off.
“The team will spend the duration of the tour in a bio-secure bubble. We have the responsibility of keeping them safe while introducing them to international cricket. We are looking forward to a wonderful series.”
The squad
Namibia's national men's squad: Gerhard Merwe Erasmus (C), Tangeni Lungameni, JP Kotze, Maurituis Ngupita, JJ Smit, Jan Frylinck, Karl Birkenstock, Ben Shikongo, Bernard Scholtz, Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Craig Williams, Michael van Lingen, Stephen Baard, Dewald Nell, Ruben Trumpelmann, Zane Green, Shaun Fouche
Management: Pierre de Bruyn (head coach), Albie Morkel (assistant coach), Dee Thakur (team manager), Riaan Minnie (Analyst), Chrystal Marias (physio).
Fixtures of upcoming matches
Eagles v SA Emerging Fixtures:
Friday, 23 April at 13:00
First T20 – Eagles v SA Emerging Men – Wanderers
Saturday, 24 April at 13:00
Second T20 – Eagles v SA Emerging Men – Wanderers
Sunday, 25 April at 13:00
Third T20 – Eagles v SA Emerging Men – Wanderers
Tuesday, 27 April at 10:00
First OD – Eagles v SA Emerging Men – Wanderers
Thursday, 29 April at 10:00
2nd OD – Eagles v SA Emerging Men – Wanderers
Saturday, 1 May at 10:00
Third OD – Eagles v SA Emerging Men – Wanderers
WINDHOEK
The Eagles will be facing neighbouring South Africa in a six-match tournament, three T20s and three 50-over matches at the Wanderers cricket ground.
This is an exciting time for Namibia to host a competitive emerging South African team, which is aligned with Cricket Namibia's (CN) obligation to bring high-quality cricket to supporters.
Big stage awaits
The T20 World Cup is six months away and the Eagles are using every opportunity to prepare for the big event.
Their mission is to improve in every department; batting, bowling, fielding, physical, and mental wellness to keep striving for a better performance on field.
Head coach Pierre de Bruyn said: “Having the opportunity to host the SA emerging team is not only the first time in many years, but also a great chance for the Eagles to measure ourselves against a team from a test-playing nation.
“These emerging players are the next crop of players to represent the Proteas in the future. For the Eagles, we are excited for the challenge and we will build and compete with confidence and pride. The Eagles showed a lot of character and courage during the Uganda series and we will build on that.”
Building on Uganda's success
CN CEO Johan Muller emphasised the importance for both entities to grow the mutual relationship to enhance both CN and CSA programmes.
“International cricket is on the increase and it is important that our team is ready for the start of the Cricket World League 2 Tri-Series, but also ensure that our continuous preparation towards the World Cup stays on track. We are fresh from a successful series against Uganda and was pleased to see that the work during the Covid-19 pandemic paid off.
“The team will spend the duration of the tour in a bio-secure bubble. We have the responsibility of keeping them safe while introducing them to international cricket. We are looking forward to a wonderful series.”
The squad
Namibia's national men's squad: Gerhard Merwe Erasmus (C), Tangeni Lungameni, JP Kotze, Maurituis Ngupita, JJ Smit, Jan Frylinck, Karl Birkenstock, Ben Shikongo, Bernard Scholtz, Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Craig Williams, Michael van Lingen, Stephen Baard, Dewald Nell, Ruben Trumpelmann, Zane Green, Shaun Fouche
Management: Pierre de Bruyn (head coach), Albie Morkel (assistant coach), Dee Thakur (team manager), Riaan Minnie (Analyst), Chrystal Marias (physio).
Fixtures of upcoming matches
Eagles v SA Emerging Fixtures:
Friday, 23 April at 13:00
First T20 – Eagles v SA Emerging Men – Wanderers
Saturday, 24 April at 13:00
Second T20 – Eagles v SA Emerging Men – Wanderers
Sunday, 25 April at 13:00
Third T20 – Eagles v SA Emerging Men – Wanderers
Tuesday, 27 April at 10:00
First OD – Eagles v SA Emerging Men – Wanderers
Thursday, 29 April at 10:00
2nd OD – Eagles v SA Emerging Men – Wanderers
Saturday, 1 May at 10:00
Third OD – Eagles v SA Emerging Men – Wanderers
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