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NEP vs ITA Dream11 Prediction, Dream11 Playing XI, Today Match 17, ICC T20 World Cup 2026

Dream11 fantasy XI tips and guide for Match 17 of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 between NEP vs ITA to be played in Mumbai.
Nepal lost their first group game against England in T20 World Cup 2026, but they impressed everyone with the way they fought in the game. They were so close to crossing the line but failed to catch up in the last moments, which resulted in a 4-run defeat.
It was very disappointing, especially when they were very close to winning against big team. But there were plenty of positives for them, and they will look to take it forward into the remaining games. Nepal will face Italy in the next game.
This contest will be held at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai at 3 PM IST. Italy also lost their first game, and an injury to captain Wayne Madsen has made him unavailable for this game. It will be Harry Manenti who will lead them for this game.
NEP vs ITA: Match Details
- Match: Nepal (NEP) vs Italy (ITA), Match 17, ICC T20 World Cup 2026
- Match Date: February 12, 2026 (Thursday)
- Time: 3:00 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) / 9:30 AM GMT / 3:00 PM LOCAL
- Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
NEP vs ITA: Head-to-Head: NEP (0) – ITA (0)
Nepal and Italy have never been put against each other in T20Is. The upcoming game will be the first meeting for these sides.
NEP vs ITA: Weather Report
The weather for Thursday afternoon in Mumbai will be hot and humid. The highest temperature is likely to reach 29°C with an average humidity between 45 and 55 percent.
NEP vs ITA: Pitch Report
This is a day game, and the wicket is expected to have some early swing for the fast bowlers. Spinners will get some assistance as the wicket will be dry. But overall, we expect a good batting wicket here.
The bounce has always been true in Mumbai, which helps the batters to play big shots. With shorter boundaries on the square, it becomes a challenging place for the bowling sides.
NEP vs ITA: Predicted XIs:
Nepal: Aasif Sheikh (wk), Kushal Bhurtel, Rohit Paudel (C), Dipendra Singh Airee, Aarif Sheikh, Lokesh Bam, Karan KC, Gulsan Jha, Nandan Yadav, Sandeep Lamichhane, Sher Malla.
Italy: Justin Mosca, Anthony Mosca, JJ Smuts, Harry Manenti (c), Ben Manenti, Jaspreet Singh, Gian Meade (wk), Grant Stewart, Crishan Kalugamage, Ali Hasan, Thomas Draca.
Suggested Dream11 Fantasy Team No. 1 NEP vs ITA Dream11:

Wicket-keeper: Lokesh Bam
Batters: Rohit Kumar Paudel, Justin Mosca
All-rounders: Dipendra Singh Airee, Harry Manenti, J Smuts, Grant Stewart, Kushal Bhurtel, Karan KC
Bowlers: Ben Manenti, Nandan Yadav
Captain First-Choice: J Smuts || Captain Second-Choice: Rohit Kumar Paudel
Vice-Captain First-Choice: Kushal Bhurtel || Vice-captain Second-Choice: Justin Mosca
Suggested Dream11 Fantasy Team No. 2 NEP vs ITA Dream11:

Wicket-keeper: Asif Sheikh
Batters: Rohit Kumar Paudel, Anthony Mosca
All-rounders: Dipendra Singh Airee, Harry Manenti, J Smuts, Grant Stewart, Kushal Bhurtel, Karan KC
Bowlers: Ben Manenti, Sandeep Lamichhane
Captain First-Choice: Dipendra Singh Airee || Captain Second-Choice: Harry Manenti
Vice-Captain First-Choice: Ben Manenti || Vice-captain Second-Choice: Karan KC
NEP vs ITA: Dream11 Prediction – Who Will Win?
An injury to Wayne Madsen can hurt Italy’s batting combination, which is their strong suit. Nepal, on the other hand, have more experience in both departments, and we back them to beat Italy in this game.
When will the NEP vs ITA match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 take place?
The NEP vs ITA match will take place on Thursday, February 12.
Where will the NEP vs ITA match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 take place?
The NEP vs ITA match will take place at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
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