New Zealand defeated Namibia by 52 runs in a Group 2 fixture of the ongoing T20 World Cup at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Friday. Chasing a target of 164, Namibia were restricted to 111/7 after 20 overs, courtesy a disciplined bowling performance from the Kiwi bowlers. Earlier, Glenn Phillips and James Neesham helped New Zealand to put on a total of 163/4. With New Zealand reeling at 96/4 after 16 overs, the pair added 67 runs in the last four overs. Initially, Namibia had won the toss and elected to bowl first. The Black Caps are favorites are to finish as runner-ups from Group 2, behind table-toppers Pakistan, with two games to go. (LIVE SCORECARD)

T20 World Cup 2021 New Zealand vs Namibia Highlights Straight From Sharjah Cricket Stadium