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Italy wins toss and fields in debut T20 World Cup game against Scotland
Scotland set a record associate nation total of 207-4 led by George Munsey's 84, overpowering Italy's debut team bowled out for 134, with captain Madsen injured early.
- Italy captain Wayne Madsen won the toss and elected to field against Scotland at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on February 9, 2026, marking Italy's debut in a major ICC tournament.
- By finishing second in the Europe Qualifier, Italy qualified for the World Cup, and Madsen said that Dubai and Chennai camps prepared the team for the big stage.
- Munsey's innings of 84 off 54 helped Scotland reach 207/4, the highest-ever total by an associate nation, with Leask taking 4/17 in the match at Eden Gardens.
- The Manenti brothers put on a 73-run stand, but Italy were bowled out for 134/9 in 16.4 overs, and Italy captain Wayne Madsen dislocated his shoulder early and did not continue.
- With the win, Scotland enhances its prospects of reaching the Super Eight stage and will prepare for a high-profile Kolkata clash with England.
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