The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 saw Scotland deliver a dominant performance against Italy in Match 7 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on February 9. Scotland won by 73 runs, thanks to explosive batting and clinical bowling. Michael Leask stole the show with an all-round display that earned him Player of the Match.
For Italy, Ben Manenti fought hard with 52 runs off 31 balls, but Scotland’s bowlers were simply too good, wrapping up Italy’s chase in 16.4 overs.
Match Summary: Italy vs Scotland
Here is the complete match summary of this one-sided Group C encounter:
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Scotland Score | 207/4 (20 overs) |
| Italy Score | 134 all out (16.4 overs) |
| Match Result | Scotland won by 73 runs |
| Best Batting (SCOT) | George Munsey – 84 off 54 balls (13 fours, 2 sixes) |
| Best Batting (ITA) | Ben Manenti – 52 off 31 balls (5 fours, 1 six) |
| Best Bowling (SCOT) | Michael Leask – 4/17 in 4 overs (Econ: 4.25) |
| Best Bowling (ITA) | Ali Hasan – 1/21 in 4 overs (Econ: 5.25) |
| Player of the Match | Michael Leask (SCOT) |
Scotland captain Richie Berrington won the toss and elected to bat first. The decision paid off as openers George Munsey and Michael Jones put on a 126-run stand for the first wicket.
Scotland Innings: 207/4 in 20 Overs
George Munsey led the charge with 84 off 54 balls, reaching his fifty in just 30 balls. Michael Jones added 37 off 30 before HJ Manenti got him caught. Brandon McMullen then smashed an unbeaten 41 off 18 balls (4 sixes). Michael Leask finished with a quick 22* off 5 balls. Ali Hasan was the best Italian bowler with 1/21.
Italy Chase: 134 All Out in 16.4 Overs
Italy’s chase started poorly with Justin Mosca falling on the first ball to Leask. Ben Manenti fought with 52 off 31 balls, and Harry Manenti added 37 off 25. But Michael Leask grabbed 4/17, and Mark Watt took 2/24. Italy was bundled out for 134, falling short by 73 runs.
Key Highlight: Player of the Match – Michael Leask Dominates
The Scottish all-rounder delivered a match-winning performance:
- With the ball: 4/17 in 4 overs
- With the bat: 22* off 5 balls (2 fours, 2 sixes)
Leask struck on the first ball of Italy’s chase, removing Justin Mosca. He then picked up Harry Manenti, Grant Stewart, and Gian-Piero Meade.
