Namibia Names 16-Member Squad for 2024 T20 World Cup, Loftie-Eaton Omitted
Namibia has named a 16-member squad for the 2024 T20 World Cup, with Gerhard Erasmus leading the charge. However, the team will be without Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, who is currently facing disciplinary proceedings.
Loftie-Eaton, who holds the record for the fastest T20I century, was sent back from Namibia’s African Games squad in March due to disciplinary issues. Cricket Namibia has declined to comment on the matter until it is resolved.
Another notable omission from the squad is batter Pikky Ya France. The squad includes experienced players such as David Wiese, Ruben Trumpelmann, and JJ Smit.
Namibia has opted for a 16-member squad to accommodate the need for a larger player base during the four warm-up fixtures in the West Indies before the tournament.
Namibia Squad for 2024 T20 World Cup:
* Gerhard Erasmus (c)
* Zane Green
* Michael Van Lingen
* Dylan Leicher
* Ruben Trumpelmann
* Jack Brassell
* Ben Shikongo
* Tangeni Lungameni
* Niko Davin
* JJ Smit
* Jan Frylinck
* JP Kotze
* David Wiese
* Bernard Scholtz
* Malan Kruger
* PD Blignaut