India, Feb. 6 -- They might not have a rich cricket legacy, but Nepal, last minute entrants Scotland and first-timers Italy are dreaming big to make a strong impression on the dazzling stage of the T20 World Cup, beginning on Saturday. All the three Associate nations had contrasting qualification campaigns for the T20 showpiece. Nepal are a team on the rise, Scotland replaced Bangladesh who withdrew from the event citing security concerns in India while Italy's presence in the World Cup is a testament to the game's growth in Europe.

Leaders of the respective teams are fully mindful of the opportunity at hand. "Football is the main the sport in Italy but the opportunity for us to play in the T20 World Cup is hugely important for the count...