WI vs ITA, Match 37, Cricket Tips: The West Indies have leveled up their game as they entered the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. They have three straight wins, and they have not let the opposition come near to them. Now they will conclude the group stage with a game against Italy on Thursday.
This contest will be live at 11 AM IST, taking place at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Shai Hope and co. have regained their bowling form, and their spinners are getting good purchase from these pitches. Italy have also managed to fight well and even have a win under their belts. They have shown impressive form and can challenge West Indies in this game.
WI vs ITA: Match Details
- Date: February 19, 2026 (Thursday)
- Time: 11:00 AM IST
- Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
WI vs ITA Live Streaming Details
The live action of the WI vs ITA game will be available on the Star Sports Network. Fans can also watch the game on the Jio Hotstar app or website.
WI vs ITA Head-to-Head in T20Is
- Total Matches: 0
- West Indies: 0
- Italy: 0
- No-Result: 0
WI vs ITA: Ground Pitch Report
Eden Gardens has proved to be a good batting wicket, and the pitch has been pretty flat. Spinners have done well here, as the wickets here will grip as the ball gets old. That is where it will become difficult to time the ball. Hence, the chasing can be hard.
WI vs ITA Possible XIs
West Indies: Brandon King, Shai Hope (c) (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Shimron Hetmyer, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph
Italy: Justin Mosca, Harry Manenti (c), Anthony Mosca, Ben Manenti, JJ Smuts, Marcus Campopiano, Gian Meade (wk), Grant Stewart, Jaspreet Singh, Crishan Kalugamage, Ali Hasan
WI vs ITA: Player to Watch Out For
Probable Best Batter
Shai Hope has been the top scorer for West Indies across formats for the last year or so. He even scored important runs in the last game in a win. For Italy, Ben Manenti has been in great form and has scored two half-centuries in three innings.
Probable Best Bowler
Jason Holder is in wicket-taking form and has the most wickets for West Indies. For Italy, Ben Manenti has been performing well with the ball as well.
Today Match Prediction: Italy have been good, but the West Indies are playing even better. We predict West Indies to win this game.
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