SCO vs ITA, T20 World Cup 2026: Scots earn revenge for qualifier loss, hammer ICC debutants Italy – Action in Images

Scotland roared to an emphatic 73-run victory to get points in the board in their second match of the campaign, while Italy's debut didn't go to plan.

Published on: Feb 09, 2026 2:47 PM IST

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Italy made their ICC World Cup debut at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, where they faced off against familiar foes Scotland. However, in a complete reversal of their European Qualifier encounter last year, the Scots brushed past their opponents with a comprehensive 73-run victory. (AFP)

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42-year-old Italian captain Wayne Madsen dislocated his shoulder while fielding early on in the piece. A massive blow for Italy, who lost tonnes of experience and their leader, left rudderless for the remainder of the match – and potentially the tournament. (AFP)

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George Munsey top-scored with 84, hitting 13 fours and 2 sixes in his knock that laid the platform for Scotland's 207/4. Later on in the second innings, he would also take four catches – including two spectacular ones. (PTI)

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Munsey put together a 126-run partnership with fellow opener Michael Jones, setting the table for the power-hitting that was to follow soon after. (PTI)

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Brandon McMullen added some impressive late emphasis to Scotland's innings. The great Scottish talent hammered 4 sixes in his knock of 41*(18), each of them more stylish than the last. (PTI)

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Michael Leask earned man of the match honours after a rollicking knock of 22*(5) with the bat in Scotland's final over, before coming on with the ball and taking a 4-fer. An all-round performance to guide the team to the win. (AFP)

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Benjamin Manenti became the first Italian batter to register a half-century at an ICC event, showing plenty of skill and ability in his innings. However, he was dismissed right after his fifty, which was more or less the final nail in Italy's coffin. (PTI)

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Brothers Harry Manenti and Benjamin Manenti rescued Italy's hopes after a poor start, putting together a partnership of 73 runs. Both looked in good touch, adding steel and power to the middle order. (AFP)

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Ultimately, Scotland won the match by 73 runs, folding the tail cheaply and getting points on the board. They now sit level on points with England and West Indies, while Italy will need to play catch-up in Group C. (AP)