Match 3 of the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup was a low-scoring thriller as Namibia beat Oman in the Super Over at the Kensington Oval in Barbados. David Wiese starred with his all-round heroics in the one-over eliminator as Namibia eventually prevailed. This marked the fourth tied clash in T20 WC history. Here is the list of Super Overs in the competition.

1. New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, 2012

The 2012 group-stage game between hosts Sri Lanka and New Zealand in Pallekele witnessed the first-ever Super Over in T20 WC history. Both teams scored 174 runs, leading to a thrilling tie. In the final two overs of regular play, New Zealand needed 20 runs to win. Ross Taylor and Jacob Oram put up a valiant effort, but Sri Lankan bowlers held their nerve, with Lasith Malinga delivering a brilliant penultimate over, conceding just 7 runs.

Sri Lanka batted first in the Super Over, scoring 13/1. Tim Southee bowled excellently, not conceding a single boundary. Mahela Jayawardene managed to hit a couple of crucial twos, but tight bowling from Southee restricted them. In response, New Zealand struggled against Malinga’s precision. Despite having the hard-hitting Brendon McCullum and Martin Guptill, the Kiwis could only manage 7/1, handing Sri Lanka the victory.

2. New Zealand vs West Indies, 2012

Days after their clash with Sri Lanka, New Zealand were involved in another tied encounter, this time against the West Indies in Pallekele. Chasing 140, New Zealand needed 20 runs off the final two overs. Ross Taylor and Doug Bracewell brought the equation down to 14 from the last over. Sunil Narine bowled the final over and despite a six from Bracewell, the match ended in a tie with the Kiwis at 139/7.

In the Super Over, New Zealand batted first and scored 17/0 as Ross Taylor smashed Marlon Samuels for a boundary and a six. Tim Southee was tasked with defending this total. Chris Gayle started the over with a towering six, putting pressure on the Kiwis. Samuels, batting alongside Gayle, hit another six off the third ball. West Indies managed to chase down the target in just five balls, securing a dramatic win.

3. Namibia vs Oman, 2024

The Namibia-Oman duel in 2024 was a low-scoring thriller, as both teams scored 109 runs each. In the last two overs of regular play, Namibia needed 16 runs to win with three wickets in hand. Aamer Jamal bowled the penultimate over, conceding just 5 runs and taking a crucial wicket. The final over, bowled by Bilal Khan, was a rollercoaster as Ruben Trumpelmann managed to tie the scores with a boundary off the last ball.

In the Super Over, Namibia batted first and scored 21/0, with David Wiese smashing a four and a six against Zeeshan Maqsood. Skipper Gerhard Erasmus also contributed with two boundaries. Oman, in response, struggled against Wiese’s tight bowling. He conceded just 10 runs and dismissed Naseem Khushi, securing a memorable victory for Namibia.

4. India vs Pakistan 2007

The first tied game in T20 WC history was played between arch-rivals India and Pakistan in the inaugural edition in 2007. Both teams scored 141 in a low-scoring thriller in Durban. In the last two overs, Pakistan needed 17 runs with four wickets in hand. Sreesanth bowled the penultimate over, giving away 8 runs and taking a wicket. With 9 required off the final over, bowled by Joginder Sharma, Pakistan managed to tie the game, with Misbah-ul-Haq’s run-out on the last ball being the decisive moment.

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As Super Overs were not yet introduced, the match’s outcome was determined through a bowl-out. Each team selected five bowlers to hit the stumps in an epic showdown. India, led by MS Dhoni in his first international as captain, emerged victorious by hitting the stumps three times, while Pakistan missed all their attempts. This bowl-out is remembered as a historic moment in T20 WC history.

These instances highlight the intense drama and excitement that Super Overs bring to the T20 World Cup, making for unforgettable moments in cricket history.

In a thrilling encounter at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, Namibia triumphed over Oman by 11 runs in a Super Over, setting a new record for the most runs scored in a Super Over in T20 World Cup history. The hero of the match, David Wiese, showcased his all-round brilliance to secure the win for Namibia.

The heroic performance of David Wiese

David Wiese was the standout performer, both with the bat and the ball, in the nerve-wracking Super Over. With the bat, Wiese hammered 4, 6, 2, and 1 to propel Namibia to a formidable total. His aggressive batting ensured that Namibia posted a challenging score, putting immense pressure on Oman.

The last over drama

In a dramatic turn of events during the third game of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Namibia’s chase culminated in a thrilling tie against Oman. The 17th over saw Mehran Khan bowling a wicket maiden, including Smit’s edge boundary and dismissal, leaving Namibia needing 14 runs off 12 balls. Bilal Khan’s 18th over had Frylinck struggling, but Wiese’s six over wide long-on kept hopes alive, reducing the target to 5 runs for victory. In the final over, Mehran Khan struck again, dismissing Frylinck, and the match ended in a tie, leading to a super over to decide the winner.

Super over brings win for Namibia

The drama intensified as Wiese took the ball to defend Namibia’s total. He bowled a stellar Super Over, conceding just 2 runs off the first ball, followed by a dot, and then took a crucial wicket. Despite conceding a six off the last ball, his disciplined bowling restricted Oman to 11 runs, sealing the victory. The match concluded with Namibia celebrating a historic win, thanks to the champion, the hero, David Wiese.

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NAM vs OMA Match Preview

Namibia will face Oman in the third game of the T20 World Cup. The game will be played at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown and will begin at 6:00 AM IST on June 3. The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup gets underway with Namibia and Oman facing off at Barbados’ scenic Kensington Oval. Namibia enters the tournament with an insufficient record, having won three and lost two of its last five T20Is. In contrast, Oman is in excellent form, having won four of their last five matches. Namibia won a five-match T20 series 3-2 in May of this year. This looks to be an exciting contest!

NAM vs OMA Match Details

Namibia vs Oman – 3rd Match, T20 World Cup 2024

Venue: Kensington Oval – Bridgetown

Date & Time: 03rd June 2024 at 06:00 AM IST 

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

NAM vs OMA Venue Stats

NAM vs OMA Pitch Report

The Kensington Oval provides a good batting surface early in the game. The pitch is firm and flat, with plenty of pace and bounce. The ball glides nicely onto the bat, and playing shots will be simple. A score of around 180 will be considered par.

NAM vs OMA Weather Report

The weather is expected to remain overcast throughout the day, with some rain showers possible.

NAM vs OMA Last Five Matches

NAM vs OMA Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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NAM vs OMA Probable Playing XIs:

Oman Probable Playing XIs

Kashyap Prajapati, Naseem Khushi (wk), Khalid Kail, Zeeshan Maqsood, Shoaib Khan, Ayaan Khan, Rafiullah, Mohd. Nadeem, Mehran Khan, Bilal Khan, Aqib Ilyas (c)

Namibia Probable Playing XIs

Michael van Lingen, Nikolaas Davin, JP Kotze, Gerhard Erasmus (c), JJ Smit, David Wiese, Jan Frylinck, Zane Green (wk), Ben Shikongo, Bernard Scholtz, Jack Brassell, Dylan Leicher

Topmost Picks for NAM vs OMA Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Oman

• Zeeshan Maqsood- Zeeshan Maqsood is the most successful batsman for Oman in the T20 format. He has scored 1290 runs at an average of 28.77 and a strike rate of 121.93.
• Aqib Ilyas- Aqib Ilyas has scored 1176 runs in his T20 career and has also picked up 37 wickets. Aqib has been proving himself in both departments and will be a key player for the team.

Top Picks – Namibia

• Gerhard Erasmus- Gerhard Erasmus has scored 145 runs with a strike rate of 141 in his last 5 matches and has also picked up 8 wickets. The skipper would have to support his team to get this first win for his team.
• David Weise- David Weise has picked up 5 wickets in his last 5 outings and has also scored 119 runs. This wicket-taking bowler is the key player to watch out for.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for NAM vs OMA Dream11 Team:

JP Kotze, JJ Smit, Kashyap Prajapati, David Wiese(C), Khalid Kail, Zeeshan Maqsood(VC), Ayaan Khan, Aqib Ilyas, Gerhard Erasmus, Bernard Scholtz, Bilal Khan

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for NAM vs OMA Dream11 Team:

JP Kotze, JJ Smit, Kashyap Prajapati, David Wiese, Khalid Kail, Zeeshan Maqsood, Ayaan Khan, Aqib Ilyas(C), Gerhard Erasmus(VC), Bernard Scholtz, Bilal Khan

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Aqib Ilyas, David Wiese

Vice-captain – Gerhard Erasmus, Zeeshan Maqsood

Wicketkeeper – JP Kotze

NAM vs OMA Probable Winners:

Both teams performed admirably to qualify for the World Cup, and there is no clear favorite to win this match. Namibia is riding a wave of momentum into this match, having won three of their previous five meetings with Oman, including the most recent two. Their impressive T20I series victory against Oman will undoubtedly boost their confidence. While both sides have players capable of turning the tide, Namibia’s recent form suggests they have the advantage and are likely to win. However, based on the records, we believe Namibia has a stronger squad. Considering the team combination, Namibia are expected to win this match.