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Erasmus’ 156 not out helps Namibia defeat Ireland

An unbeaten 156 from Gerhard Erasmus sees Namibia level their five-game one-day international series against Ireland at one win apiece.

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 4:16 PM
Erasmus’ 156 not out helps Namibia defeat Ireland
Key Things to Know
  • Gerhard Erasmus scored an unbeaten 156 to help Namibia beat Ireland by 31 runs.
  • Namibia leveled the five-match one-day international series at 1-1 in Windhoek.
  • Namibia posted 321-6 in 50 overs before bowling out Ireland for 290.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Namibia defeated Ireland by 31 runs in Windhoek to level their five-game one-day international series at 1-1. Namibia captain Gerhard Erasmus hit a career-best unbeaten 156 off 125 balls, helping his side post 321-6 after Ireland captain Paul Stirling won the toss and opted to bowl. Jan Frylinck also contributed with 76 runs, while Gavin Hoey led the Irish bowling attack with 3-53.

In response, Ireland were bowled out for 290 in 47.3 overs despite Stirling scoring 77. Jack Brassell took 4-52 to derail the chase, and Erasmus claimed the final two wickets to halt Ireland's late tail-end surge. The five-match series continues with the third one-day international on Tuesday in Windhoek.

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