Ireland fell 2-1 behind in their five-match one-day international series against Namibia after losing the third meeting by 63 runs in Windhoek on Tuesday. Curtis Campher's century proved insufficient for the tourists, who were all out for 253 in the 45th over while attempting to chase Namibia's total of 316-7.
Namibia won the toss and elected to bat first. Opener Louren Steenkamp departed for 13, leaving the hosts 33-1, and when Malan Kruger was dismissed for 42 they were 81-2. A third-wicket partnership of 101 between Jan Frylinck and captain Gerhard Erasmus got their side back on track. Frylinck top-scored with 126, while Erasmus made 54 and Alex Volschenk added 36 to set the platform for the victory.
In reply, Ireland struggled at 56-4 before Campher's 106 off 86 balls gave them a chance of an unlikely win. However, wickets continued to fall regularly and they were dismissed with 31 balls of their innings still remaining. Campher and Andy Mc Brine were the pick of the Ireland bowlers with two wickets apiece, but Bernard Scholtz, Ruben Trumpelmann and Jack Brassell each took two wickets for Namibia.
Ireland skipper Paul Stirling was unable to bat after injuring his finger in the field during the home side's innings. The sides will meet again on Friday and Sunday as Ireland continue their preparations for next year's World Cup qualifiers.
Source: BBC Sport · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing