West Indies Set to Clash with Italy in T20 World Cup Group Finale
The two-time champions, the West Indies cricket team, are poised to extend their formidable run as they prepare to battle the tournament newcomers, the Italy national cricket team, in the concluding Group C encounter of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup this Thursday. With the Super Eights phase on the horizon, the West Indies are focused on refining their lineup and building unstoppable momentum. Conversely, Italy, already eliminated from contention, are determined to conclude their inaugural campaign with a spirited and memorable performance.
West Indies' Dominant Group Stage Journey
In the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, the West Indies cricket team showcased exceptional prowess during the group stage, securing victories in all three of their Group C fixtures. They triumphed over Scotland by a margin of 35 runs, defeated England by 30 runs, and overpowered Nepal by nine wickets. These consecutive wins have left the West Indies undefeated in the group phase, instilling them with robust confidence as they advance toward the Super Eights.
Italy's Valiant Debut Campaign
In their first-ever appearance at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, the Italy national cricket team demonstrated remarkable resilience and fighting spirit. They faced an initial setback with a 73-run loss to Scotland but rebounded spectacularly by clinching their historic first World Cup victory against Nepal, winning by 10 wickets. In their subsequent group match, Italy put up a strong challenge against England, ultimately falling short by 24 runs. Although Italy did not qualify for the Super Eights, their landmark win and determined efforts have been a source of immense pride for the squad and their supporters.
Match Details and Viewing Information
Match Date: 19th February 2026
Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Time: 11:00 AM IST
In India, the T20 World Cup 2026 will be broadcast live on Star Sports and streamed digitally on Jio Hotstar. Coverage will be available in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada, with additional regional feeds in Bengali, Bhojpuri, and Haryanvi. Live streaming of the match will be accessible via the Jio Hotstar app, the Star Sports website, and other affiliated platforms.
Squad Lineups for the Crucial Encounter
West Indies Squad: Shai Hope (captain), Johnson Charles, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Shimron Hetmyer, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Gudakesh Motie, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Quentin Sampson, Jayden Seales, and Romario Shepherd.
Italy Squad: Harry Manenti (captain), Marcus Campopiano, Gian Piero Meade, Zain Ali, Ali Hasan, Crishan Jorge, Anthony Mosca, Justin Mosca, Syed Naqvi, Ben Manenti, Jaspreet Singh, JJ Smuts, Grant Stewart, Thomas Draca, and Wayne Madsen.
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