Namibia's FNB Eagles have taken a 2-1 lead in their five-match One Day International (ODI) series against Ireland after securing a 63-run victory in the third ODI at the High Performance Oval in Windhoek.

Jan Frylinck's career-best score of 126 off 122 deliveries anchored Namibia's innings, while captain Gerhard Erasmus contributed 54 runs as the Eagles posted a competitive total before bowling Ireland out for 253.

Namibia's innings got off to a steady start before Frylinck and Erasmus took charge, helping the Eagles build momentum and put pressure on the Irish bowling attack. Frylinck struck boundaries throughout his innings, reaching his maiden ODI century and surpassing 1,500 career runs in the format. Erasmus provided valuable support with his half-century, helping Namibia maintain a strong scoring rate as the team finished on 316 for seven after 50 overs.

Set a target of 317 runs to win, Ireland struggled to build a stable response, losing early wickets as Namibia's bowlers applied consistent pressure. While the visitors found some resistance through their middle order—highlighted by a fighting contribution from Curtis Campher—regular breakthroughs prevented them from building the sustained partnerships needed to chase down the total.

Namibia continued to take wickets at crucial intervals, eventually bowling the visitors out for 253 to seal the 63-run win. Frylinck was named Player of the Match for his outstanding century, which proved central to Namibia's success.

The result puts the FNB Eagles ahead in the series with two matches remaining. Namibia will now look to build on this momentum in the fourth ODI on Friday, 30 October 2026, where a victory would secure the series, while Ireland must win to force a series decider.