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T20 WC: Scotland beat debutants Italy by 73 runs in Group C game

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Scotland Thrash Italy by 73 Runs to Open Group C Campaign at T20 World Cup

By IANS News February 09, 2026 • 16:20 PM View: 415

Scotland beat debutants Italy by 73 runs here at the Eden Gardens on Monday to open their account in Group C of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

Batting first, Scotland posted an imposing target of 208 runs, courtesy of George Munsey (84), Brandon McMullen (41) and Michael Leask’s (22 not out) fiery knocks. In reply, Italy's chase never really got going, and they were bowled out for 134 in 16.4 overs.

TAGS T20 WC Eden Gardens ICC Men T20 World Cup George Munsey Brandon McMullen Michael Leask Justin Mosca Anthony Mosca JJ Smuts Harry Manenti Ben Manenti Mark Watt Brad Currie Brad Wheal Oliver Davidson Michael Jones Michael Jones

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