West Indies will take on Italy in Match 37 of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 on February 19 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. The match will begin at 11:00 AM IST, with the toss scheduled for 10:30 AM IST.
This is the final league match of Group C. West Indies have been one of the most dominant teams in the group, winning all three of their matches against Scotland, England and Nepal. With six points and a strong net run rate, they have already qualified for the Super 8 and will aim to finish the group stage unbeaten.
Italy, playing their debut World Cup campaign, have shown fighting spirit with one win from three matches. However, they are already out of the qualification race and will look to end their tournament on a positive note against a strong West Indies side.
Match Details
| Match | West Indies vs Italy, Match 37 |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Date | 19 February 2026 |
| Time | 11:00 AM IST (Toss: 10:30 AM) |
| Venue | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar (App & Website) |
| TV Broadcast | Star Sports Network |
Group C Scenario
West Indies are currently at the top of Group C with a perfect record. Their balanced squad, power-hitting ability and disciplined bowling have helped them dominate the group stage.
Italy managed an important win against Nepal but suffered defeats in their other matches. While they are no longer in contention for the Super 8, a strong performance against a top team like West Indies would be a big confidence boost for the future.
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Head-to-Head Record (T20Is)
| Matches | West Indies Won | Italy Won |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 |
This will be the first-ever T20I meeting between West Indies and Italy.
WI vs Italy Pitch Report Today Match
The surface at Eden Gardens has been batting-friendly in this tournament, offering good bounce and a quick outfield. Batters who spend time at the crease can play their shots freely, while pacers may get some movement in the early overs.
Spinners are expected to come into play during the middle overs as the pitch slows slightly. The average first-innings score here has been around 170–180, and totals above 190 are achievable.
Since this is a morning match, dew is unlikely to be a major factor. Teams winning the toss may prefer to bat first and put scoreboard pressure on the opposition.
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WI vs Italy Probable Playing XI
West Indies
Shai Hope (c & wk), Brandon King, Johnson Charles, Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Roston Chase, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph
Impact option: Romario Shepherd
Italy
Wayne Madsen (c), Justin Mosca, Anthony Mosca, JJ Smuts, Harry Manenti, Grant Stewart, Gian Meade (wk), Crishan Kalugamage, Thomas Draca, Ali Hassan, Ben Manenti
Impact option: Marcus Campopiano
Players to Watch
West Indies:
Captain Shai Hope’s stability at the top, the power-hitting of Shimron Hetmyer and Rovman Powell, Jason Holder’s all-round skills, and the spin duo of Akeal Hosein and Gudakesh Motie.
Italy:
JJ Smuts and Grant Stewart bring valuable experience, while captain Wayne Madsen’s batting and Thomas Draca’s pace attack will be crucial if Italy are to challenge West Indies.
Key Match Factors
- A first-innings total above 180 could be match-winning.
- Early wickets will be important to control West Indies’ powerful batting lineup.
- Spinners may play a key role during the middle overs.
Match Prediction
West Indies enter the contest as clear favourites due to their unbeaten form, strong batting depth and experienced bowling unit. Their power-hitters and balanced attack give them a clear edge.
Italy have impressed in patches during their debut campaign and will aim to play fearless cricket. However, they will need an exceptional performance to challenge West Indies.
If West Indies post a total around 190 or more, they are likely to secure another victory and finish the group stage with a perfect record in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.
