Get ready for an exciting cricket match as Canada takes on Italy in the 3rd ICC T20 World Cup 2026 warm-up match on February 2 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk, Chennai.Ra February 7:00 PM IST.
Get the best CAN vs ITA Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI and match information for 3rd.third ICC T20 World Cup 2026 warm-up match. Expert analysis and much more.
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CAN vs ITA Match Preview:
Canada will face Italy in their third practice match before the T20 World Cup. This game will give both sides a valuable opportunity to finalize combinations, hone strategies and adapt to the conditions expected during the group stage.
Canada will aim to build momentum with their top-order and seam bowling attack, while Italy will look to showcase their developing talent with a balanced mix of batting and bowling options. Therefore, this match will not only help the players adjust to the intensity of the match but will also provide a competitive platform for the marginal players to stake their claim.
Both teams have a mix of experience and emerging match-winners, so fans can expect an exciting and closely-contested warm-up game before the tournament begins.
CAN vs ITA head-to-head record:
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teams |
win the match |
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Canada |
0 |
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Italy |
0 |
CAN vs ITA Weather and Pitch Report:
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temperature |
20°C |
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weather forecast |
scattered clouds |
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pitch behavior |
batting friendly |
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Best suited for |
motion |
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Average score of first innings |
175 |
Records of chasing teams:
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record |
Good |
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Victory % |
56% |
CAN vs ITA Playing 11 (Predicted):
Canada playing 11:
1) Navneet Dhaliwal
2) Nicholas Kirton
3) Dilpreet Bajwa ©
4) Ravinderpal Singh
5) Harsh Thakar
6) Dylan Heiliger
7) Saad bin Zafar
8) Shreyas Movva (Wicketkeeper)
9) Kalim Sana
10) Kanwarpal Tathgur
11) Shivam Sharma
Italy playing 11: :
1) Wayne Madsen ©
2) Harry Manenti
3) Ben Mananti
4) Justin Mosca
5) Chrishan George
6) Marcus Campopiano
7) Grant Stewart
8) Anthony Mosca
9) Thomas Draca
10) Jaspreet Singh
11) Syed Naqvi
CAN vs ITA Hot Picks for Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Choice:
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Dilpreet Bajwa – Establishing himself as a reliable top-order presence for Canada, the right-handed batsman and off-break bowler has recorded 397 runs and 1 wicket in 17 career matches, highlighted by a healthy strike rate of over 133. |
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John-John Smuts – Adding experienced balance to Italy’s lineup, the right-handed batsman and left-arm orthodox bowler scored 211 runs and took 4 wickets in 16 matches, providing steady all-round stability following his transition into the team. |
Raises up:
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Saad Bin Zafar – Serving Canada as a left-handed batsman and slow left-arm orthodox spinner, he has scored 463 runs and taken 72 wickets in 65 T20I matches, leading the bowling unit with consistent control and experience. |
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Wayne Madsen – Playing for Italy as a right-handed batsman, he has scored 205 runs in seven matches, most recently cementing his place in the national team with a top score of 61 against Ireland during the 2026 T20 World Cup Qualifiers. |
Budget Selection:
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Shreyas Movva – Anchoring Canada’s middle order as a right-handed wicketkeeper-batsman, he provides composure, clean stroke play and reliable glovework during crucial phases of the innings. |
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Grant Stewart – Representing Italy as a right-handed batsman and right-arm medium-fast bowler, he adds useful all-round balance through steady batting contributions and disciplined seam bowling. |
CAN vs ITA ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Warm-up Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
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captain |
Jonathan Smits and Dilpreet Bajwa |
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vice captain |
Saad Bin Zafar and Wayne Madsen |
CAN vs ITA Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Grant Meade
- Batsmen- Wayne Madsen, Navneet Dhaliwal, Dilpreet Bajwa
- All-rounders – Jonathan Smuts©, Nicholas Kirton, Saad bin Zafar (vice-captain), Harry John Manenti
- Bowlers- Dilon Heiliger, Ben Mainanti, Jaspreet Singh
CAN vs ITA Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Grant Meade, Shreyas Movva
- Batsmen – Wayne Madsen (Vice Captain), Dilpreet Bajwa ©
- All-rounders – Jonathan Smuts, Grant Stewart, Nicholas Kirton, Saad Bin Zafar, Harry John Manenti
- Bowlers – Dillon Heiliger, Ben Manenti
CAN vs ITA Dream11 Prediction Today Match 3 ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Warm-up Players to Avoid:
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player |
dream11 credit |
Dream11 Points (Last Match) |
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Zain Naqvi |
6.0 credit |
No |
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Shivam Sharma |
6.5 credits |
No |
CAN vs ITA Dream11 Prediction Today Match 3 ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Warm-up Expert Advice:
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sl captaincy option |
jonathan smits |
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gl captaincy option |
Dilpreet Bajwa |
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choice of punt |
Grant Stewart and Shreyas Movva |
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dream11 combination |
1-3-4-3 |
CAN vs ITA Match Winner Prediction:
Looking at the team combination, Canada is expected to win this match.
