Italy won the toss and decided to bowl first against West Indies in their T20 World Cup 2026 group stage match at Eden Gardens Stadium. Italy’s captain, Harry Manenti, expressed confidence in their strategy, aiming to take early wickets and compete strongly against the powerful West Indies team. West Indies skipper Shai Hope emphasized the importance of maintaining their mindset and playing their desired style of cricket.
Both teams announced their playing XIs for the match. West Indies included players like Brandon King and Shai Hope, while Italy’s lineup featured Justin Mosca and Harry Manenti leading the team.
