Scotland vs Italy
LIVE Match 7 • T20 World Cup 2026 • Kolkata
Probable XI & Team News
Scotland Update: The Scots are the heavy favorites in this European derby. Richie Berrington leads a settled side. George Munsey's power hitting at the top and Mark Watt's economical spin will be the primary weapons on the lightning-fast outfield of Eden Gardens.
Italy Update: The Azzurri are the dark horses of the tournament. Led by Marcus Campopiano, they rely heavily on their all-rounders. Keep an eye on Harry Manenti and Wayne Madsen, whose county cricket experience will be vital against the Scottish attack.
- George Munsey
- Michael Jones
- Brandon McMullen
- Richie Berrington (C)
- Matthew Cross (WK)
- Michael Leask
- Chris Greaves
- Mark Watt
- Safyaan Sharif
- Brad Wheal
- Bradley Currie
- Justin Mosca
- Wayne Madsen
- Marcus Campopiano (C)
- Harry Manenti
- Grant Stewart
- Gian-Piero Meade
- Gareth Berg (Coach/Mentor)
- Crishan Kalugamage
- Jaspreet Singh
- Damith Kosala
- Stefano di Bartolomeo
Match Preview: Scotland vs Italy (Match 7)
It's an all-European affair in India! Scotland vs Italy in Match 7 of the T20 World Cup 2026 takes place at the historic Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Scotland will look to secure 2 points, while Italy aims to announce their arrival on the world stage with a massive upset.
Pitch Report: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Eden Gardens is renowned for its lightning-fast outfield and true batting surface. It typically offers good carry for pacers early on, but spinners come into play as the game progresses. A score of 170+ is par here. The pitch is generally batting-friendly.
Key Battles to Watch
- 🏏 Brandon McMullen vs Harry Manenti: Two powerful all-rounders going head-to-head. Whoever dominates the middle overs wins the game.
- 🌪️ Mark Watt vs Wayne Madsen: Watt's darting left-arm spin against Madsen's innovative sweeping ability. A tactical masterclass awaits.
- 🚀 Brad Wheal vs Italy Openers: Wheal's pace and bounce could unsettle the Italian top order early on.
FAQs: Scotland vs Italy Live
Q: What time does the SCO vs ITA match start?
A: The match begins at 03:00 PM IST on February 9, 2026.
Q: Where can I watch the match online?
A: The live stream is available on the player above. In Europe, check local listings for ICC.tv availability.
Q: What are the team rankings?
A: Scotland is a seasoned Associate member often ranked in the top 15, while Italy is rapidly climbing the rankings through the European qualifiers.