T20 World Cup 2026: ENG vs ITA Match 29 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket, Head to Head

The 29th game of the current ICC T20 World Cup 2026 in Kolkata will pit England vs Italy. The toss analysis, pitch report, head-to-head records, expected scores, likely starting lineups, and winning odds are all included in this article on the ENG vs. ITA match prediction.

After the loss to the West Indies, the Harry Brook-led England cricket squad would be looking to bounce back against the debuting Italy. To maintain their hopes of making it to the Super 8, England must defeat Italy in Kolkata in their Group C match, which will be a do-or-die situation. However, Italy has been playing incredibly well, and after defeating Nepal by ten wickets in their last match, they will be confident when they play England. They would love to keep up their momentum in the current T20 World Cup 2026, where they are currently ahead of England in the points standings.

ENG vs ITA Match 29 Details:

Eden Gardens Pitch Report:

During the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026, Eden Gardens in Kolkata is providing a balanced pitch. In addition to providing batters with good bounce and speed, the surface also helps bowlers. Although it is regarded as a high-scoring field, scores in this event fall between 147 and 207. At the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, captains typically choose to bat first and score a high total because teams that bat first have won a few more games.

Eden Gardens Weather Forecast:

It is anticipated that the England vs. Italy Group C match in Kolkata would be warm and clear with no rain delays. Between 19°C and 29°C will be the temperature.

ENG vs ITA T20S Head to Head:

In football, England and Italy have a legendary rivalry. In cricket, however, they will face each other for the first time. As a result, the head-to-head record is 0-0.

ENG vs ITA Predicted Playing XI:

England: Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Liam Dawson, Jamie Overton, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Jacob Bethell, Tom Banton, Harry Brook (C), Philip Salt, and Jos Buttler (WK).

Italy: Marcus Campopiano, Grant Stewart, Gian Meade (WK), Justin Mosca, Anthony Mosca, JJ Smuts, Harry Manenti (C), Ben Manenti, Jaspreet Singh, Crishan Kalugamage, and Ali Hasan.

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