Nepal will face Italy in Match 17 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 on February 12 at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Both teams are coming into this game after losing their opening matches, which makes this a must-win contest to keep their Super 8 hopes alive.
Nepal showed strong fighting spirit in their first game, where they pushed a strong side to the limit and lost by a narrow margin. The team looked confident, and captain Rohit Paudel has expressed belief that Nepal is ready to compete at the highest level.
Italy, on the other hand, suffered a heavy defeat in their opening match and will be looking for a better all-round performance. Injury concerns around captain Wayne Madsen could be a setback, and the team will need contributions from both batters and bowlers to challenge Nepal.
The Wankhede pitch is known for high-scoring games, with good bounce and pace for batters. However, as the match progresses, spinners can also come into play. With Nepal’s strong spin attack and Italy’s aggressive batting approach, fans can expect an exciting contest.
NEP vs ITA Match Details
| Match | Nepal vs Italy, Match 17, Group C |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday, February 12, 2026 |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Toss Time | 2:30 PM IST |
| Match Start Time | 3:00 PM IST |
| Format | T20 International |
NEP vs ITA Live Telecast in India
The Nepal vs Italy match will be broadcast live in India on the Star Sports Network. Fans can watch the game on the following channels:
- Star Sports 1
- Star Sports 1 HD
- Star Sports Select 1 (English commentary)
Also see: NEP vs ITA Toss Prediction Match 17th T20 World Cup 2026
NEP vs ITA Live Streaming in India
Live streaming of Match 17 will be available on the JioHotstar platform. Viewers can watch the match live on mobile phones, laptops, tablets, and smart TVs through the official app or website.
For live scores and ball-by-ball commentary, fans can also follow the match on major cricket platforms and official tournament apps.
Also see: NEP vs ITA Dream11 Prediction Today Match 17th
NEP vs ITA Live Streaming & Telecast – Global Broadcasters
| Region | Broadcaster |
|---|---|
| India | Star Sports Network, JioHotstar |
| Nepal | Kantipur Max and local sports channels |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports Cricket |
| Africa | SuperSport |
| Australia | Prime Video |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport |
| Middle East | Criclife |
| Rest of the World | ICC TV |
This will be the first T20 meeting between Nepal and Italy. Nepal has previously dominated Italy in ODI encounters, which gives them a psychological edge. However, Italy will be eager to make a strong comeback and register their first win of the tournament.
With both teams fighting for survival in Group C, the stakes are high. A victory here could revive their campaign, while another loss may almost end their chances of progressing.
Cricket fans can expect a competitive battle as two emerging teams look to make their mark on the global stage. Stay tuned for live action and updates from Wankhede.
