Ruben Trumpelmann

Ruben Trumpelmann is a premier left-arm fast bowler and a central figure in Namibia’s bowling attack, renowned for his ability to strike in the very first over of an innings. Born in South Africa, he became a national hero for Namibia during the 2021 T20 World Cup when he famously took three wickets in the opening over against Scotland. Since then, he has developed into a sophisticated multi-format spearhead, combining raw pace with lethal swing. As of early 2026, Trumpelmann has amassed over 70 ODI wickets at an impressive average of 25.45, including two five-wicket hauls. His career-best ODI figures of 5/30 and his T20I best of 4/21 highlight his status as a world-class strike bowler who thrives in high-pressure tournaments.

His impact leading into the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup has been underscored by a string of dominant performances in 2025, including a match-winning 4/28 against Canada and a clinical 3/28 during Namibia’s historic victory over South Africa. Beyond his primary role as a left-arm quick, Trumpelmann has evolved into a dangerous lower-order batter, recently smashing a career-best 55 against the USA and maintaining a T20I strike rate of over 134. Currently ranked in the top 90 of the ICC ODI bowling rankings, his presence at the top of the order remains Namibia’s most potent weapon for dismantling elite batting lineups. Whether leading the attack for the Lumbini Lions in franchise cricket or the Richelieu Eagles on the world stage, his dual-threat capability makes him an indispensable cornerstone of the Namibian side.