Match number 7 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Monday morning, February 9, brings Scotland and Italy together in an exciting Group C clash at the famous Eden Gardens in Kolkata. As the tournament is still in its early stages, both teams know how important this match could be in shaping their campaigns.
Scotland enter the competition under pressure after a difficult run in T20 cricket. They have lost the most in their last three matches in the format Final failure against West Indies On Saturday, February 7. These results have raised concerns about their form and confidence, especially against competitive sides. For Scotland, this match represents more than just another group game. A win will not only end their losing streak but also give them vital momentum and confidence to stay alive in the race for the play-offs. It’s important to score points early to face a serious challenge in a tightly contested group.
And Italy exceeded expectations by reaching the 20-team World Cup, which is a significant achievement in itself. Their qualifying campaign surprised many and highlighted their continued progress as a cricketing nation. Although Joe Burns, who captained them in the qualifiers, is not included in the current squad, Italy will now look to adapt under Wayne Madsen. So now it will be interesting to watch how they react to this change and how they cope with the pressure of a big World Cup stage at the Eden Gardens.
SCO vs ITA, T20 World Cup 2026: Match details
- Date and Time: February 9; 11:00 IST / 5:30 GMT
- Location: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
ITA vs SCO Head to Head Record in T20Is
Matches played: 02 | Scotland won: 01 | Italy won: 01
Eden Gardens Pitch Report
The pitch at Eden Gardens is known for offering a fine balance between bat and ball, making it an exciting venue for T20 cricket. The black cotton ground surface generally provides real bounce and good carry in the early stages of the match. During power play, the ball comes onto the bat beautifully, allowing top hitters to play their shots with confidence and take full advantage of the pitch’s limitations. Fast bowlers, however, are not completely out of contention early on. A fresh surface and a new ball usually offers some pace and movement, especially in evening matches under lights, where swinging in the air can be disconcerting for not fully established batsmen.
As the game progresses, the pitch starts to dry out and lose some of its initial pace, which causes the ball to stay on the surface a bit. This is when the spinners start to come into their own. True to Eden Gardens’ reputation, the mids are often about spin, providing enough grip to make the surface playable. Leg-spinners in particular have thrived here, using sharp turns and variations to anticipate shots. While the pitch is rarely unpredictable, the decelerating nature of the surface requires smart hitting and intelligent bowling, making adaptation the key to success.
Groups
Scotland: Mark Watt, Michael Jones, Brandon McMullen, Richie Berrington (c), Tom Bruce, Matthew Cross (wk), Oliver Davidson, Michael Lisk, Chris Greaves, Zainullah Ihsan, Safyaan Sharif, George Munsey, Brad Will, Finlay McCreath, Brad Curry
Italy: Justin Mosca, Anthony Mosca, JJ Smuts, Wayne Madsen (c), Harry Mannenty, Ben Mannenti, Gian Meade (wk), Grant Stewart, Cression Kalagamage, Ali Hasan, Thomas Draca, Zain Ali, Syed Nag, Marcus Campopiano, Jasrete, Sydh, Marcuss, Marcuss, Marcuss, Campoopiano, Jasrete Singh Singh, Marcus Campoe, Jasrete Singh Singh,
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ITA against SCO, T20 World Cup 2026: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- Scotland go first in the toss
- Italy powerplay score: 30-40 (6 overs)
- Italy’s total score: 140-150
Case 2:
- Italy wins the toss first
- Scotland powerplay score: 40-50 (6 overs)
- Scotland’s total score: 160-170
Match Result: Scotland will win the competition.
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