Full Name: Johannes Jonathan Smith Date of Birth: November 10, 1995 Birthplace: Windhoek, Namibia Role: Left-Hand Batter | Left-Arm Medium-Fast Bowler | All-Rounder JJ Smith is Namibia’s high-impact all-rounder who can tear apart bowling attacks with the bat and deliver clutch spells with the ball. With his aggressive playing style and cool demeanor, Smit has become one of Namibia’s most valuable T20 assets—capable of influencing a game in a matter of overs. Born in Windhoek, Smit came through the Namibian youth cricket setup, shining at junior levels with both bat and ball. His natural athleticism, raw power, and bowling control quickly marked him as a future star. A former U-19 World Cup participant, Smit made his senior debut for Namibia in 2013 and steadily climbed the ranks to become one of their mainstays. JJ is the kind of player every team dreams of: a left-hander who can hit sixes at will and a bowler who can swing the ball and contain runs. He often bats in the middle to lower-middle order, but his ability to accelerate instantly makes him a deadly finisher. Career Highlights Include: - Scored a match-winning 32* off 23 against Ireland in the 2021 T20 World Cup - Notched up multiple T20I fifties, including a blistering 71 off 35 against Uganda - Known for economical spells in powerplay and death overs - Over 700 T20I runs and more than 40 wickets in international cricket - Vice-captain of Namibia, bringing energy and leadership to the squad JJ's bowling is deceptive. Though not express pace, his left-arm angle and ability to change lengths smartly make him effective in both T20 and ODI formats. With the bat, he's fearless—able to target any bowler and shift momentum in a flash. He is also a sharp fielder, often stationed in key positions, diving full length to cut boundaries or take one-handed screamers. His all-round contributions have often pulled Namibia out of tough situations and delivered memorable wins. Off the field, Smit is easygoing and deeply committed to the development of cricket in Namibia. As vice-captain, he’s a bridge between the senior core and younger talent, always encouraging and leading by example. With jersey number 25, JJ Smit is more than just an all-rounder—he’s Namibia’s adrenaline, their crunch-time performer, and one of the rising names in global associate cricket.