West Indies go into the match with three comprehensive wins – against Scotland, England and Nepal – and top the group with six points and a formidable net run rate of +1,820.
Meanwhile, Italy – ranked 27th and the tournament’s lowest-ranked team – exceeded expectations in their first-ever ICC event. After a tough loss to Scotland they bounced back with one emphatic 10-wicket win over Nepal before England were pushed to the brink in a narrow 24-point defeat. For them, this competition is a last chance to create memories.
WI vs ITA, T20 World Cup 2026: Match Details
- Date and time: February 19 (Thursday); 11:00 am IST / 5:30 am GMT
- Location: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
WI vs ITA, head-to-head record in T20Is
Both teams are yet to meet in international cricket.
Pitch report from Eden Gardens
Eden Gardens has largely justified its label as a walkable venue in this tournament, although it has not been one-sided. The pitch usually provides a lively pace and carry for the fastball with the new ball, but as the ball wears, the abrasive surface begins to support spin. That brings bowlers like West Indies’ Gudakesh Motion and that of Italy Crishan Kalugamage come into play during the middle overs.
The average first innings total at this venue during the 2026 T20 World Cup hovered around 175, highlighting the scoring potential while rewarding disciplined bowling. Given the circumstances, the captain who wins the toss will likely bat first and attempt to post a challenging total on a new track before slowing down later in the match.
Squads
West Indies: Brandon King, Shai Hope (c & wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph, Romario Shepherd, Jayden Seales, Quentin Sampson, Johnson Charles
Italy: Justin Mosca, Anthony Mosca, JJ Smuts, Harry Manenti (c), Ben Manenti, Grant Stewart, Marcus Campopiano, Gian Meade (wk), Jaspreet Singh, Crishan Kalugamage, Ali Hasan, Syed Naqvi, Zain Ali, Thomas Draca, Wayne Madsen
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WI vs ITA, T20 World Cup 2026: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- West Indies win the toss and bats first
- West Indies powerplay score: 50-60 (6 overs)
- West Indies total score: 210-220
Case 2:
- Italy wins the toss and bats first
- Powerplay score Italy: 40-50 (6 overs)
- Total score Italy: 180-190
Match Result: West Indies win the match.
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