England vs Italy
LIVE Match 29 • T20 World Cup 2026 • Kolkata
Probable XI & Team News
England Update: The defending champions are looking to boost their net run rate in Group C. Harry Brook will likely stick to his aggressive approach. Jofra Archer and Mark Wood might be rotated to keep them fresh, possibly bringing in Reece Topley or Chris Jordan for this afternoon clash.
Italy Update: The Azzurri face a monumental task against one of the world's best. Captain Marcus Campopiano will need his top order to survive the new ball threat. Wayne Madsen's experience against English bowlers in county cricket will be Italy's biggest asset.
- Jos Buttler (WK)
- Phil Salt
- Will Jacks
- Harry Brook (C)
- Liam Livingstone
- Sam Curran
- Moeen Ali
- Chris Jordan
- Jofra Archer
- Adil Rashid
- Reece Topley
- Justin Mosca
- Wayne Madsen
- Marcus Campopiano (C)
- Harry Manenti
- Grant Stewart
- Gian-Piero Meade
- Gareth Berg
- Crishan Kalugamage
- Jaspreet Singh
- Damith Kosala
- Stefano di Bartolomeo
Match Preview: England vs Italy (Match 29)
Group C action heads to Kolkata as heavyweights England take on Italy in Match 29 of the T20 World Cup 2026 at the iconic Eden Gardens. While England is expected to win comfortably, Italy will see this as a golden opportunity to showcase their talent on the world stage.
Pitch Report: Eden Gardens
The Eden Gardens pitch is usually a belter, but afternoon games can see the track behave a bit slower. Spinners might find some purchase as the game progresses. However, England's power hitters will still fancy their chances of clearing the ropes.
Key Battles to Watch
- 🚀 Jofra Archer vs Italy Top Order: Can the Italian openers handle the pace and bounce of Archer? Surviving the powerplay is key.
- 🌪️ Adil Rashid vs Wayne Madsen: A battle of experience. Rashid's googlies against Madsen's sweep shots will be intriguing.
- 💥 Jos Buttler vs Harry Manenti: England's captain will look to dominate Italy's all-rounder. A fast start is expected.
FAQs: England vs Italy Live
Q: What time does the ENG vs ITA match start?
A: The match begins at 03:00 PM IST on February 16, 2026.
Q: Where can I watch the match?
A: Watch live on the player above. In the UK, it will be on Sky Sports. In Europe, check ICC.tv.
Q: Is this the first time they are meeting?
A: This is a rare encounter between the two sides in a major ICC tournament, making it a historic occasion for Italian cricket.
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