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Scotland A statement performance at Eden Gardens, a ruthless all-round performance crush Italy Scored 73 points in Game 7 of Group C 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. After Italy elected to bat first, the Scotland batsmen took control early and never relaxed their grip on the game.
George Munsey delivers huge power to Scotland
Batting first, Scotland posted a commanding score of 207/4 in 20 overs on a flat pitch at the Eden Gardens. George Muncy He sealed the innings with a brilliant performance of 84 off 54 balls, with 13 fours and two sixes dotting the boundaries. Michael Jones Previously provided stable support with 30 goals and 37 Brandon McMullen Injecting venom in the final innings, they blasted 41 runs off just 18 deliveries, including four towering sixes. Cameo from Rich Burlington and the fiery five-goal 22 from Michael Lesk ensuring Scotland easily breaks the 200 mark.
Italy’s bowlers struggled to control the runs. Ali Hassan was a 1-for-21 pick in four rounds, while Grant StewartJJ Smuts & Thomas Jack Draka Each picked up a wicket but the run started as Scotland maintained a ruthless scoring rate.
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Michael Leask leads bowling blitz as Italy falter
Chasing 208, Italy could never find momentum and were put at a disadvantage by a disciplined Scotland bowling unit. early losses Justin Mosca A duck set the tone and despite some resistance in the middle, regular wickets derailed the chase.
Ben Mananti A brilliant performance of 52 off 31 balls, hitting 5 fours and a 6. Harry Mananti The increase from 25 to 37 temporarily lifted hopes. JJ SmutsA quick score of 22 for 11 provided an early spark, but as wickets fell at crucial intervals, the asking price kept climbing.
Liske created a winning spell, breaking down Italy’s mid-table with a superb performance of 4 for 17 from four overs. Mark Watt 2-for-24 complemented him well, while Bradley Currie and oliver davidson Breakthrough in time. Italy were eventually restricted to 134/9 in 16.4 overs. It is worth noting that when the captain Wayne Madsen Dislocated shoulder while defending and was ruled out of at-bat. His absence further weakened an already difficult chase and left Italy inexperienced in pressure situations.
22* runs and 4 wickets, a match-winning performance 🌟#MichaelLeask #T20World Cup 2026 pic.twitter.com/RsBY3Os07d
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) February 9, 2026
