A highly anticipated T20 tri-series featuring South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia is scheduled to take place from August 28 to September 6, 2026, at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek. Dewald Brevis has been named in South Africa’s 15-player squad for the tournament, which will be captained by Bjorn Fortuin. Comprising seven matches, the tournament is a key milestone, laying the groundwork for the inaugural Africa Cup in 2027.
Brevis, a dynamic 22-year-old right-handed batter, brings significant experience to the South African lineup, having featured in 30 T20 internationals to date. His most recent appearance for the national team was on March 4, 2026, against New Zealand. Ahead of the upcoming tri-series, Brevis shared his insights on the tournament, the team’s prospects, and his distinctive approach to batting.
“I’m very excited. The ground looks beautiful,” Brevis told reporters ahead of the series.
Adapting to varying match conditions
Brevis emphasized the critical importance of adaptability to varying match conditions throughout the tri-series. He acknowledged that teams will encounter diverse challenges depending on the pitch and weather conditions, highlighting the necessity for a flexible and responsive team approach.
“Obviously there will always be challenges and conditions, to which you adapt fast, and you make sure when it’s a flat wicket, when the conditions are great, that we perform on that. “And when it’s tougher, we find a way to also be positive and make it work. It’s exciting, and it’s always nice to say if the conditions are tough and you raise your hand as a team and you come on top, it’s just a great opportunity,” Brevis added.
Viewing the tri-series as a genuine contest
Brevis views the tri-series as a highly competitive and genuine contest, despite the presence of several younger players in the squads. He recognized the abundant talent across all three teams, emphasizing that every selected player has earned their spot. For Brevis, the ultimate goal remains representing South Africa and delivering committed performances that inspire the nation.
“I see it as a contest for sure. Obviously, it’s younger players, but everyone is very talented and deserves to be here. “It’s an opportunity to represent your country and make your country proud. So, we all are fresh and ready to play,” he opined.
The development of his aggressive batting style
Brevis’s aggressive batting style has become a defining characteristic of his cricket, a natural evolution of his early years in the sport. He explained that no one ever encouraged him to adopt this approach; rather, it emerged organically as an intrinsic part of how he plays the game.
“No one has ever encouraged me to play that and it’s something that has come from a very young age. That’s just how I play. It just happens. It’s been on in the moment, when the ball is there, these things happen. So, yeah, it’s quite cool, I love watching how it looks afterwards, but it’s a feeling you get out there when the nice contact with the ball and then your head is just for some reason now, and you just now. You don’t have to look up because you just know it’s flying,” Brevis said.
Brevis further acknowledged the strong backing he receives from the South African cricket system and his teammates, while stressing that personal commitment and freedom from doubt remain essential. He emphasized that all players in the squad have the support needed to express themselves fully on the field.
“I know the backing I have. Wow, I should play um, and then it’s just. You can have all the backing, but it starts then with yourself. Do you commit to that and not have a bit of doubt? Maybe you just have to fly your way, and it’s with everyone in this team. Everyone is being back, and they must express themselves,” he concluded.
