Full Name: Ruben Trumpelmann Date of Birth: February 1, 1998 Birthplace: Durban, South Africa Role: Left-Arm Fast Bowler | Left-Hand Batter Ruben Trumpelmann is Namibia’s thunderbolt—a left-arm fast bowler who charges in with purpose and delivers with pace, swing, and menace. With roots in Durban, South Africa, Trumpelmann’s decision to represent Namibia has been a turning point for the national team, giving them the rare weapon of a left-arm seamer who can swing it at high speeds. Born into a sporting family, Ruben was destined for the cricket field. His father had represented Namibia in the pre-independence era, and the sport ran deep in their blood. Ruben honed his skills in South Africa’s domestic structure, representing Northerns and showing glimpses of raw pace and aggressive intent. But with the doors to international cricket tight in South Africa, Trumpelmann looked to his heritage and made the move to Namibia—a decision that would benefit both him and the team immensely. He made his international debut for Namibia in 2021, and his rise was meteoric. His impact was immediate and electrifying, especially on the global stage. Career Highlights Include: - Shocked Scotland with 3 wickets in the first over of a T20 World Cup 2021 match—becoming the first player in T20I history to achieve this feat - Regularly clocks speeds of 140+ km/h, with the ability to swing the new ball dangerously - A strike bowler in both powerplays and death overs - Has taken over 30 T20I wickets for Namibia with multiple match-winning spells - A handy lower-order hitter, capable of striking quick boundaries when needed Trumpelmann’s bowling is all about rhythm, intimidation, and unpredictability. He swings the ball back into right-handers at pace and follows it up with hard-length deliveries that test batters’ reflexes. His presence gives Namibia an edge in conditions that favor seam movement, especially early in the innings. Off the field, Ruben is focused, driven, and reserved. He trains with intensity and values discipline, always working on adding new skills to his bowling. Despite being relatively new to the Namibian setup, he has become a leader within the fast-bowling group. With jersey number 24, Ruben Trumpelmann is Namibia’s pace weapon—a bold, aggressive left-armer who brings fire to their bowling attack and gives them the bite needed to challenge the world's best.