when does italy play mexico
Italy plays Mexico in the 2026 World Baseball Classic on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, with first pitch at 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time (which is 11:00 p.m. UTC).
Quick Scoop
- Matchup: Italy vs Mexico, World Baseball Classic Pool B.
- Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
- Time: 7:00 p.m. ET / 4:00 p.m. PT / 11:00 p.m. UTC.
- Ballpark: Daikin Park, Houston, Texas.
- Broadcast (US): FS1, Fox Sports App, and Tubi.
Why this game matters
- It’s a Pool B game in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, with group standings and tiebreakers on the line.
- Coverage notes mention that Team USA’s path to advancing is affected by the Italy–Mexico result, so the matchup has knock-on implications for the rest of the group.
At-a-glance schedule table
| Fixture | Competition | Date | Local venue time | ET | UTC | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Italy vs Mexico | 2026 World Baseball Classic, Pool B | [9][1][5]March 11, 2026 (Wednesday) | [7][5]7:00 p.m. (Houston) | [5][9]7:00 p.m. ET | [3][5]11:00 p.m. UTC | [6][7]Daikin Park, Houston, TX | [1][9][5]
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