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Michael van Lingen is an aggressive left-handed top-order batter and a part-time medium pacer, known for setting the tone early in the innings. Wearing jersey number 88, he brings flair, confidence, and the ability to dominate bowlers right from the start. Van Lingen has emerged as one of Namibia’s key opening batters in white-ball formats. His batting style is fearless, often targeting boundaries in the powerplay and putting the opposition under early pressure. Despite his attacking instincts, he also possesses the temperament to build longer innings when required. His stroke play is particularly strong on the off-side, and he is known for pulling short deliveries with authority. With the ball, he can chip in with useful overs of medium pace. Van Lingen’s athleticism in the field further adds to his value as a three-dimensional cricketer. He represents the younger generation of Namibian cricketers who are redefining the team’s identity with aggressive, modern cricket.