Nepal vs Italy, 17th Match, Group C T20 World Cup 2026 Match Prediction – NEP vs ITA Today Match Preview, Pitch Report & Toss Prediction

NEP vs ITA Betting Tips

• Match Winner: Nepal to win
• Top Nepal Batter (NEP): Dipendra Singh Airee
• Nepal Powerplay Runs: Over 50
• Italy Total Runs: Under 160 if batting first
• Toss Impact Bet: Team winning the toss to bowl first

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Nepal vs Italy Match Prediction & Analysis

Nepal’s near-upset against England has changed how people look at this side. Chasing 185, they finished on 180/6 and needed just eight runs off the final three balls. That performance showed temperament and quality.

Dipendra Singh Airee remains the heartbeat of this team. He scored 44 off 29 in the last game and also picked up two wickets. With 2000 runs and 60 wickets in 91 T20Is, he is the complete package. Sandeep Lamichhane, with 130 wickets in 69 T20Is, gives Nepal a genuine wicket-taking option in the middle overs.

Italy had bright moments against Scotland. Benjamin Manenti struck 52 off 31, Harry Manenti added 37, and JJ Smuts scored 22 at a strike rate of 200. But the lower order collapse and expensive bowling spells exposed gaps.

The quality gap lies in balance. Nepal have batting depth, reliable all-rounders, and proven match-winners. Italy has promise, but execution under pressure remains inconsistent.

NEP vs ITA Head to Head (T20Is)

NEP vs ITA Head to Head (T20I World Cup)

This will be the first-ever T20I meeting between the two sides.

NEP vs ITA Team Preview

Nepal

Nepal’s campaign began with a narrow defeat but plenty of positives. Kushal Bhurtel provided early momentum with 29 off 17. Rohit Paudel added control with 39 off 34, while Airee’s 44 and Lokesh Bam’s explosive 39 off 20 kept the chase alive.

The bowling unit also delivered. Airee and Nandan Yadav claimed two wickets each. Sher Malla chipped in with one. With Lamichhane’s mystery spin and support from Karan KC and Sompal Kami, Nepal have options across phases.

NEP Probable Playing XI– Kushal Bhurtel, Aarif Sheikh, Rohit Paudel (C), Dipendra Singh Airee, Aasif Sheikh (WK), Lokesh Bam, Karan KC, Sompal Kami, Nandan Yadav, Sandeep Lamichhane, Sher Malla.

Italy

Italy’s World Cup debut ended in defeat, but the Manenti brothers showed fight. Benjamin Manenti’s 52 and Harry Manenti’s 37 were standouts.

Grant Stewart has six wickets in three matches against Ireland pre-tournament, and Crishan Kalugamage has taken 11 wickets in the past year. However, bowling discipline will be tested at Wankhede, where small boundaries punish errors.

Italy need their lower order to step up and their bowlers to contain scoring in the powerplay.

ITA Probable Playing XI– Justin Mosca, Anthony Mosca, JJ Smuts, Harry Manenti, Ben Manenti, Wayne Madsen, Grant Stewart, Gian-Piero Meade, Crishan Kalugamage, Thomas Draca, Ali Hasan.

NEP vs ITA Pitch Report

The Wankhede Stadium surface is traditionally batting-friendly. Short boundaries and true bounce make it ideal for stroke play.

Pacers get early movement, but once the ball softens, batting becomes easier. Spinners find moderate turn in the middle overs.

• Average first-innings score: 175
• Competitive total: 190+
• Dew factor: No

NEP vs ITA Weather Report

• Temperature: Around 27-29°C
• Sky Conditions: Clear
• Rain: 0%
• Wind Speed: 6–7 km/h

Conditions look ideal for a full 40-over contest.

NEP vs ITA Toss Prediction

In the last 10 T20 matches at this venue, eight have been won by the chasing team. International record shows a near-even split, but domestic numbers favour chasing.

Toss prediction: Bowl first.

Nepal vs Italy Winning Prediction

Nepal have stronger recent form, greater experience in pressure situations, and better squad balance. Their all-round depth gives them flexibility, especially in high-scoring conditions.

Italy possess power hitters and improving bowlers, but consistency remains a concern.

Final Prediction: Nepal to win

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