Nepal and Italy lock horns in Match 17 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium on February 12, with both sides still hunting for their first points in Group C.
Nepal nearly pulled off a chase of 185 against England here, finishing at 180/6 and showing real composure under pressure.
Italy, meanwhile, began its debut campaign with a 73-run loss to Scotland after being bowled out for 134. With Wankhede known for runs, this could turn into an entertaining contest.
Nepal vs Italy 17th Match Details – ICC T20 World Cup 2026
| Match | Nepal vs Italy, 17th Match, Group C |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Date | February 12, 2026 |
| Time | 3:00 PM IST / 9:30 AM GMT |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Capacity | 33,000 |
Nepal vs Italy 17th Match Odds
Nepal are clear favourites going into this clash, mainly because of their experience and recent form. As newcomers at this stage, Italy is being offered higher returns by betting platforms.
| Platform | NEP Win Odds | ITA Win Odds | Toss Odds (NEP) | Toss Odds (ITA) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.32 | 3.45 | 1.85 | 1.95 |
| Stake | 1.3 | 3.4 | 1.83 | 1.93 |
| 4RABET | 1.3 | 3.4 | 1.82 | 1.92 |
| BetVibe | 1.33 | 3.5 | 1.85 | 1.95 |
Nepal vs Italy Head-to-Head Record in T20Is
Interestingly, Nepal and Italy have never faced each other in T20I cricket. This will be their first-ever meeting in the format, adding a bit of unpredictability to the contest.
NEP vs ITA Pitch Report – Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Wankhede is rarely quiet when it comes to runs. The pitch usually starts true with good bounce, allowing batters to play their shots freely. As the match progresses, the surface can slow slightly, bringing spinners into play.
The straight boundary (around 64m) is noticeably shorter than the square boundaries (around 82m), so expect plenty of lofted shots down the ground. Afternoon games reduce the dew factor, but teams still often prefer chasing here.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Nature | Flat with consistent bounce |
| Batting Support | Strong throughout the innings |
| Bowling Support | Early swing; spin later |
| Avg 1st Innings Score | 175–185 |
| Toss Trend | Teams prefer to bowl first |
If a side crosses 170, they will feel reasonably confident.
Nepal vs Italy Weather Report – Mumbai
The weather looks ideal for cricket. No rain interruptions are expected.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | Around 30°C |
| Weather | Sunny |
| Rain Probability | 0% |
| Humidity | 48% |
| Wind | 18 km/h |
The heat could test players physically, but conditions overall favour a full game without disruptions.
Nepal vs Italy Squad – ICC T20 World Cup 2026
Nepal Squad
Kushal Bhurtel, Sundeep Jora, Rohit Paudel (c), Dipendra Singh Airee, Aarif Sheikh, Sompal Kami, Karan KC, Nandan Yadav, Gulsan Jha, Aasif Sheikh (wk), Lokesh Bam (wk), Sandeep Lamichhane, Basir Ahamad, Lalit Rajbanshi, Sher Malla
Italy Squad
Wayne Madsen (c), Anthony Mosca, Justin Mosca, Harry Manenti, Jaspreet Singh, JJ Smuts, Zain Ali, Syed Naqvi, Ben Manenti, Marcus Campopiano (wk), Gian Meade (wk), Ali Hasan, Grant Stewart, Thomas Draca, Crishan Kalugamage
NEP vs ITA Key Players to Watch
Nepal’s balance comes from its experienced core. Rohit Paudel anchors the batting, while Sandeep Lamichhane remains their biggest weapon with the ball. Karan KC adds value as an all-around option.
Italy will look toward Anthony Mosca for stability and Thomas Draca for breakthroughs. Their ability to handle Nepal’s spin attack could define the match.
| Player | T20I Career Numbers |
|---|---|
| Rohit Paudel (NEP) | 1676 runs in 77 matches |
| Sandeep Lamichhane (NEP) | 130 wickets in 69 matches |
| Karan KC (NEP) | 469 runs & 106 wickets in 86 matches |
| Anthony Mosca (ITA) | 492 runs in 20 matches |
| Thomas Draca (ITA) | 12 wickets in 10 matches |
| Ben Manenti (ITA) | 145 runs & 3 wickets in 9 matches |
Nepal vs Italy Live Streaming & Broadcast Details
Here’s where fans can watch the match worldwide:
| Region | TV | Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports | JioHotstar |
| Pakistan | PTV Sports | Tamasha / ARY Zapp |
| Sri Lanka | Dialog TV | Dialog Play |
| UK & Ireland | Sky Sports | NOW |
| Australia | — | Prime Video |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Go |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow App |
| Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport App |
| Bangladesh | T Sports | Rabbithole |
| MENA | CricLife Max | StarzPlay |
| Caribbean | ESPN | ESPN App |
| Rest of World | — | ICC.tv |
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NEP vs ITA Match Prediction – Who Has The Edge?
Nepal looks slightly better placed given their recent form and familiarity with Indian conditions. Their narrow defeat to England showed they can handle pressure.
Italy will need early partnerships and disciplined bowling to challenge effectively. If Nepal’s spinners control the middle overs and the top order builds a solid platform, they should have the upper hand.
That said, Wankhede rarely guarantees anything — one strong Powerplay could flip the script entirely.
