How to watch SA vs ZIM vs NAM T20I Tri-Series 2026 live: Start time, TV channels and streaming details originally appeared on Cricket News. Add Cricket News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
The Namibia T20I Tri-Series runs from August 28 to September 6 in Windhoek.
Fans in India can stream every game live on FanCode.
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Namibia a part of a historic tri-series with South Africa and Zimbabwe
Three African nations converge on Windhoek this week for a tri-series that carries rather more significance for two of them than the rankings might suggest. Namibia hosts South Africa and Zimbabwe at the Namibia Cricket Ground from August 28, with the final scheduled for September 6.
South Africa arrive as comfortably the highest-ranked side at fifth in the world, though they have sent a second-string squad led by left-arm spinner Björn Fortuin. Dewald Brevis, Kwena Maphaka and Lhuan-dre Pretorius headline a group built around emerging IPL talent rather than established internationals.
Zimbabwe, ranked 12th, are using the tournament as preparation ahead of co-hosting the ICC ODI World Cup in 2027. Namibia sit 17th but carry genuine belief, having won the only previous T20I between them and South Africa by six wickets.
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Captain Gerhard Erasmus believes the gap between full members and associates has narrowed considerably in the shortest format. “Lots of the associate nations have gone away from the tag of just competing, and games are actually started on a very equal footing these days, especially the T20 format,” he said. “If you have two star performers on the day, it could swing the result your way.”
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Where to watch SA vs ZIM vs NAM Tri-Series 2026 in India
TV channel: Not available
Live streaming: FanCode
There is no confirmed television broadcast for the tri-series in India, but every match will be streamed live through the FanCode app and website for viewers in the country.
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Where to watch SA vs ZIM vs NAM Tri-Series 2026 in South Africa
TV channel: SuperSport
Live streaming: SuperSport App
South African audiences can expect coverage through SuperSport, which holds the rights across Sub-Saharan Africa, with streaming available via the SuperSport app.
Where to watch SA vs ZIM vs NAM Tri-Series 2026 in Namibia
TV channel: One Africa TV
Live streaming: One Africa online portal
Home supporters in Windhoek can follow the action through One Africa TV, which would air the games in Namibia via DStv and GOtv feed.
Where to watch SA vs ZIM vs NAM Tri-Series 2026 in Zimbabwe
TV: ZBC TV, One Africa TV (via DStv/GOtv)
Live Streaming: ZBC Digital platforms, One Africa streaming portal
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Fans in Zimbabwe would be able to watch the game live on the ZBC Network while also having the option to watch on DStv Channel 284 and GOtv Channel 24 via One Africa TV.
Those opting to stream the game live can do it on the ZBC digital applications as well as One Africa streaming portal.
Where to watch SA vs ZIM vs NAM Tri-Series 2026 in the UK
TV: Not available
Live Streaming: ICC.tv
So far no broadcasters have been announced for the series on UK television channels or streaming platforms. Instead fans can access the game live through the ICC. tv.
Where to watch SA vs ZIM vs NAM Tri-Series 2026 in the USA and Canada
TV: Willow TV
Live Streaming: Willow TV, ICC.tv
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Fans can watch the game live on Willow TV. Those who want to stream the game can also do so via the Willow TV application. Alternatively, they can watch the game live on the ICC.tv.
Where to watch SA vs ZIM vs NAM Tri-Series 2026 in UAE
TV: Not available
Live Streaming: ICC. TV
So far no broadcasters have been announced for the series on UAE or MENA television channels or streaming platforms. Instead fans can watch the game live through ICC.TV.
Where to watch SA vs ZIM vs NAM Tri-Series 2026 in Australia
TV: Not available
Live Streaming: ICC. TV
So far no broadcasters have been announced for the series on Australian television channels or streaming platforms. Instead fans can watch the game live through ICC.TV.
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SA vs ZIM vs NAM Tri-Series 2026 TV channels and live streaming worldwide
Country / Region | TV channel | Live streaming |
India | Not available | FanCode |
South Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport App, DStv Stream |
Namibia | One Africa TV | Cricket Namibia platforms |
Zimbabwe | ZBC TV, One Africa TV | ZBC digital platforms, One Africa TV |
USA & Canada | ||
UK & Ireland | Not available | ICC. TV |
UAE & MENA | Not available | ICC. TV |
Australia | Not available | ICC. TV |
Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka | Not available | Styx |
SA vs ZIM vs NAM Tri-Series 2026 start time worldwide:
Every match in the tournament begins at 2:00 PM local time in Windhoek, giving viewers a consistent slot across the nine days of competition.
Country / Region | Start time |
Namibia (CAT) | 2:00 PM |
South Africa (SAST) | 2:00 PM |
Zimbabwe (CAT) | 2:00 PM |
India, Sri Lanka (IST) | 5:30 PM |
Pakistan (PKT) | 5:00 PM |
UAE (GST) | 4:00 PM |
UK (BST) | 1:00 PM |
USA (ET) | 8:00 AM |
Australia (AEST) | 10:00 PM |
SA vs ZIM vs NAM Tri-Series 2026 format and schedule
All three teams face each other twice across the league phase, producing six matches before the two highest-placed sides meet in the final. That brings the tournament to seven T20Is in total.
Date | Match | Fixture | Time (local) |
August 28 | 1st T20I | Namibia vs South Africa | 2:00 PM |
August 29 | 2nd T20I | South Africa vs Zimbabwe | 2:00 PM |
August 31 | 3rd T20I | Namibia vs Zimbabwe | 2:00 PM |
September 1 | 4th T20I | Zimbabwe vs South Africa | 2:00 PM |
September 3 | 5th T20I | Namibia vs Zimbabwe | 2:00 PM |
September 4 | 6th T20I | Namibia vs South Africa | 2:00 PM |
September 6 | Final | TBC vs TBC | 2:00 PM |
All matches will be played at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek.
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